Yoga for Strength and Focus

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  • @NoEnvyNoFear1
    @NoEnvyNoFear1 2 роки тому +232

    Gaze forward! Like really forward! That did it! After 505 days of Yoga with Adriene EVERYDAY I soared in Crow. Like really did it. Before I have manage to lift the toes for like half a second, but now I actually found balance and soared for maybe five seconds. It was the best five seconds. And in Shivasana I shed a couple of happy tears. Hang in there everyone, it might take a while, but eventually you will soar. Namaste.

    • @shwetapandey2619
      @shwetapandey2619 2 роки тому +6

      Loved the last line of your comment...Love and light always to you 🙏🏻

    • @zuriwilson-seymore8939
      @zuriwilson-seymore8939 2 роки тому +5

      Congrats No Envy No fear! 👏🏾 My goal is to get into crow pose again. I use to be able to before a medical situation that thankfully has been resolved. I get closer to returning everytime I practice crow. Thanks for sharing. Your post is an inspiration. Nice to meet you. Namaste and Ase 🦋♥️🦋

    • @autumnramsey7927
      @autumnramsey7927 2 роки тому +4

      I'm so happy and proud for you!! It really is amazing to look back at the progress one makes on the yoga journey 💜 I could barely properly touch my toes when I first started. It's important to remember where we began

    • @angellestone9160
      @angellestone9160 2 роки тому +5

      My crow is getting stronger along with my whole body.
      Gazing out is the key for me too.

    • @WeLiveHappy9311
      @WeLiveHappy9311 2 роки тому

      I'm with ya! The gaze forward changed everything! 🥳🥳🥳🧘‍♀️

  • @anyaforestell
    @anyaforestell 2 роки тому +187

    If you're daunted by the 43min practice and have come to the comments to help you decide whether you should do it, this your sign to do it! You can modify AS MUCH as you need to, I sure did. Also, the shavasana at the end with the beautiful music is well worth it.

    • @misskatiem20
      @misskatiem20 Рік тому +11

      Thank you. Been dreading the 43 minutes. Never mind that I do 43 minutes of lots of not as good for me things.

    • @anyaforestell
      @anyaforestell Рік тому +2

      @@misskatiem20 you're welcome 😊 and I think we've all been there!

    • @rocker6599
      @rocker6599 Рік тому +5

      Stopped at Crow!😅

    • @anyaforestell
      @anyaforestell Рік тому +5

      @@rocker6599 I often try crow just once and then have to stop too 😅 one thing that unexpectedly helped me was wearing long sleeves! It was much more comfortable for my arms against my yoga pants. Still can't hold crow though 😛

    • @misskatiem20
      @misskatiem20 Рік тому +10

      @@rocker6599 I did "Mental crow" wherein I lay in corpse pose and listened to Adriene talk about crow. :)

  • @AdamCimino
    @AdamCimino 4 роки тому +241

    This closing song... dude. So beautiful. Broke my back early on in COVID and ended up with a spinal fusion. I came home from the hospital and started with the 30 day Home series. At first, I just following in breath and intention, eventually joining in child's pose, and so on... I've practiced with Adrienne every day since leaving the hospital back in May. I love seeing these older videos in the current month's playlist. She has her presence dialed at this point, which I am a big fan of. However, older videos like this, that introduce you to a new tune and have the turn of phrase but before the wording was TM'd, it's neat. I like it all and enjoy these classics that I just wasn't hip to. It's like stumbling on an old Shin's song, when you only just learned of them from a car commercial. Hah. Thank you Adrienne. You're rad and impacting so many people in a positive way. Show us more songs like this.

    • @Hong_Mei
      @Hong_Mei 3 роки тому +3

      Wim Martens I believe... :)

    • @hannahg39
      @hannahg39 2 роки тому +4

      @@Hong_Mei Thanks so much! It made me cry!

    • @mandyprice1517
      @mandyprice1517 2 роки тому +4

      I hope you are in better health my friend

    • @paulmclaughlin6068
      @paulmclaughlin6068 2 роки тому +1

      Great comment, Adam. I can relate to that. I’ve been doing YWA everyday now for nearly two years and loving it more every day (well, nearly every day!). I started this video pretty stressed out but now I am chill. Thank you Adriene, thank you YWA community.

  • @crossbeniz
    @crossbeniz 4 роки тому +110

    U know it's gonna be a hard one when Adriene is a bit sweaty in the intro. May god be with y'all.

  • @nevenapeeva8283
    @nevenapeeva8283 4 роки тому +210

    Strength means many, many things.
    The strength I needed to find today was the strength to say "No, I'm not doing this. It doesn't feel good and I don't need to continue." I fell out of one of the poses (literally crumbled down, almost crying at how bad it felt; I didn't feel strong while doing it. Just uncomfortable.), tried to push through, but realized it's not working. I skipped to the ending and while laying there with the music, I started thinking about my friend who yesterday told me that I'm the bravest person they know - because I'm afraid so much. I'm always anxious yet pushing through, and to them, that is braver than anything else. And I just... Started crying. Bravery in fear. Strength in boundary. In saying no. In standing my ground. Because I never, ever do that; I let people push me around, I go with what I'm told. I don't stand my ground.
    But I did today. Not going through with the practice is MY own personal strength. I don't owe anyone; I won't "disappoint Adrienne" by giving up. I'm just following what feels good for ME. And that's a thing I rarely let myself do.
    So... Thank you, Adrienne. Maybe that's not what was intended with this practice - but that's how you know you're doing it right. People find whatever they need and that can look many ways. Thank you so, so much for being here to guide us.

    • @fvillahermosaf
      @fvillahermosaf 4 роки тому +3

      Happy for you, congrats. Be safe, healthy and prosper. From my heart to you. #fwfg. 🌼🇨🇷

    • @marymackey7198
      @marymackey7198 4 роки тому +13

      Adriene always says find what feels good. Yoga is personal and not all poses are for everyone. Keep in mind that Adriene is trying to do a yoga class for many people with different skill levels. Showing up on the mat takes courage. Listening to your inner voice takes courage. Having courage doesn’t mean you are not afraid. Fear is a good thing, it protects us from harm. Adriene is truly remarkable and I believe you did get what was intended. Bless you and keep going back to your mat.

    • @FwutUdid
      @FwutUdid 4 роки тому +5

      Thank you for sharing! I feel the exact same way! I do what I’m told I push myself and I never (before finding this channel) gave myself the opportunity to simply do what’s best for me! I’ve been learning how to do that and it’s so affirming to know that life goes on if I can’t hit a pose or my body says “not today” when I try something. You are not alone my friend! Namaste 🙏🏽

    • @cathteg
      @cathteg 4 роки тому +6

      Right in the introduction to June's calendar, it says to remember to listen to your body and do something more gentle when you need it. Ignoring or forcing your body won't help your relationship with it, and won't help you get stronger. (Also, I've so been there! When it's just not the right time and it's not feeling helpful. I'm still torn on whether to try this one today or not; I like the idea of it but my knees are really sore lately and I don't want an injury.)

    • @sarahmclin2434
      @sarahmclin2434 4 роки тому +4

      Sometimes it happens. Good on you for caring for yourself. On days like that, I like to pick one of her videos that I enjoy doing. Thank you 🙏 for sharing.

  • @CAR17796
    @CAR17796 8 місяців тому +25

    I did Crow today!! Albeit, just for a second each time but I kept at it and did it a few times. Super proud of myself! Also hiiii to the 104 people who were practicing at the same time for Build 2024! We're doing ittt

    • @mindfork4741
      @mindfork4741 8 місяців тому +1

      Congrats on your first (and definitely not last) crow flight, I hope to be able to do the same one day 🥰

    • @CAR17796
      @CAR17796 7 місяців тому +1

      @@mindfork4741 Thank you so much!! Stick with it and you'll get there, I believe in you

    • @mindfork4741
      @mindfork4741 7 місяців тому

      @@CAR17796 Thank you

  • @ThouShaltHaha
    @ThouShaltHaha 6 років тому +206

    My crow is still a flightless bird currently, but her hops are getting higher and longer so I hope she’ll leave the nest soon!!! Whew this one kicked my butt. Yoga really does keep me humble: anytime I think a smug ‘oh I got this now’ thought, you come through with a tricky practice the next day and knock me sideways!! But in all seriousness, that’s such a wonderful part of this process. To feel that true humility and awe at what an abundance there is for me to explore and discover brings about a sense of childlike excitement within me. My mantra I thought of was Take Courage - I can see why my brain would think that. It takes courage to grow in any principle, and yoga is no different. Well, it is a little different: us lucky ducks get you to take our hands and guide us through it!
    As always, thank you Adriene. You are such a beacon of light and I’m infinitely thankful for you. Until tomorrow, namaste xxx

    • @joanaflores1440
      @joanaflores1440 4 роки тому +4

      Exactly how I felt today! After 80 consecutive days and counting of yoga I was starting to think I got this and then this practice comes along and I can't even hold a lunge all the way let alone the crow 😅 oh well... it's a process as you say!

  • @annejones3659
    @annejones3659 3 роки тому +84

    Cultivate - Day 14. The outro really had me letting go of all my tears that i’ve been holding back from stress. Thank you as always, Adriene.

  • @MegReformed
    @MegReformed 2 роки тому +44

    I managed crow pose today for the first time and was so shocked I fell out of it! Got back up and soared for the most amazing few seconds. Happy tears were shed today! Thanks so much Adriene 🙏🏻💗

  • @radhatanwar8288
    @radhatanwar8288 8 місяців тому +4

    What a wonderful practice to prepare for and welcome change or even to connect with mind, body, heart and soul during a time of turbulence. My intention was to connect as I do things out of my comfort zone for days to come. I loved Adriene’s relatable commentary and I am so glad I chose this practice! I was going to find yet another (or the same being time) excuse, but I didn’t have a solid one so I found it time to finally choose myself and spend quality time out in nature (yes, doing it in my backyard was another experience altogether! With the sun beaming a hint of warmth on my bad, birds chirping melodiously loud and strong, the smell of grass when I would come down to do copra, and the fresh air replenishing all the air of my cells and alveoli and nasal tract). So blessed and feel connected to life and living

  • @SupreetKaur-q7j
    @SupreetKaur-q7j Рік тому +8

    EASE October 2023, Day 7: I deeply struggled with this practice. While I have been doing regular yoga for about 10 months, the high lunge made me sob. Dealing with personal issues and being unable to hold the lunge with focus made me feel like I failed. But then I remembered that every day that I have shown up on the mat has been a gift, a success if you will. I sometimes miss the joy of yoga when I am in poses -- I cried during the Shavasana too. But I will treasure the challenge of the Everyday and how, through it all, my inner guide is always pushing and stopping me as required. That is another gift that yoga has given me -- helping me reach my inner guide. Will hold on to this when the going gets tough. And will show up for the next practice tomorrow :)

    • @SupreetKaur-q7j
      @SupreetKaur-q7j 8 місяців тому

      I was here again for BUILD in April 2024. I seem to have discovered Ease during this practice in Build. Though I did not soar in crow and struggled during the high lunge today, it was not as soul-consumingly hard as it was when I did it in October. I inhaled and exhaled many times over before I gave up and I take that as the win that it is. I would love to see how I track the next time in this practice. Looking forward to finding more challenges as I go on!
      But through both the times I practised this video, I was able to see past the monkey mind and that is the best gift yoga has bestowed upon me over a year of practice and that will never change :)

  • @InterplanetJanet77
    @InterplanetJanet77 9 років тому +621

    I did the crow! I DID THE CROW! 8 months of doing yoga and I finally DO THE CROW!!!!!!!!

    • @LauraFruitFairy
      @LauraFruitFairy 9 років тому +5

      +Nut Meg congrats :)

    • @belindasacco9179
      @belindasacco9179 8 років тому +4

      omg congrats! That's HUGE!!!!

    • @tipofmytongue1024
      @tipofmytongue1024 7 років тому +4

      I'm still tryin to get there! It's hard! Plus my arms are super long.

    • @hdrnut
      @hdrnut 7 років тому

      That's so awesome! It's so hard especially the older I get!

    • @butterscotchkisses_xo
      @butterscotchkisses_xo 7 років тому

      Awesome! keep it up!

  • @nastena_vo1525
    @nastena_vo1525 8 місяців тому +22

    Managed to do a crow pose for half of a second after 100s days of everyday yoga; I am so happy😂
    Build Day 22 April 2024🚀
    Thank you, Adriene❤
    Thank you, yoga family ❤

  • @juffee9595
    @juffee9595 2 роки тому +13

    I forgot the music at the end. So beautiful and nice to end this practice with. This video was perfect for me, I just started a new job for this summer. It's very active and very intense. So this made sense. Sadly I'm still not able to do crowpose because of my injuries on my right ankle/foot and my right wrist. But instead I did some amazing neck rolls, I just learned to adjust the practice at home, I've learned to listen to my body and I hope everyone will be able to do that. Adriene gives me many opportunities to love and still practice yoga.
    I wish everybody a lovely weekend and for the ones in Europe, good luck with the heatwave ❤🙏

    • @zuriwilson-seymore8939
      @zuriwilson-seymore8939 2 роки тому +2

      Blessed Juf Fee! It's nice to meet you. Your post resonates with me. I use to be able to do full crow before a medical situation. Now, that it's resolved I'm working diligently to return to full crow. Don't give up. We got this. Namaste and Ase! 🦋♥️🦋

  • @marinavikhman5536
    @marinavikhman5536 4 роки тому +42

    I’m crying because I’m so happy 😭 I’ve always had very weak hands, I barely can do one good push up. So crow was a no for me, i didn’t think I would be able to do it. In yesterday’s practice Adriene said that it’s not about arm strength and I believed her fully. Today I did the crow pose for the first time... for like two seconds, but I believe now, I trust the process. Guys, you can do everything you want and it’s not always that hard as in your head🙏🏻❤️

    • @cherylb787
      @cherylb787 4 роки тому +2

      Awesome, Marina! I'm right there with you. I never thought I'd be able to do it, but I managed crow for the first time ever just now. Only for about two seconds, but I did it. Almost cried with happiness!

  • @hryhorii263
    @hryhorii263 Рік тому +10

    Thank you Adrienne, after this 40 minutes I'm feeling like a rebirthed phoenix, really, sweat covering my whole mat and body, but I'm feeling a lot better mentally and physically! Congrats for all people who did that with me we are awesome!) Wish you nice day!

  • @lyndawilson9711
    @lyndawilson9711 Рік тому +5

    Maybe the most difficult practice for me as of late, but the lovely music at the end made the hard practice relaxing. Adriene you are amazing. Thank you so very much for all the effort you continue to impart. I feel stronger just listening to your kind words every day. Thank you to the entire community of YWA
    you make this all possible by “showing up “

  • @fluffyross2297
    @fluffyross2297 8 місяців тому +5

    It was hard but I Carried on, I breathed, took breaks as needed, and I did it. I feel so good now, focused, and ready to rock my day. Thank you so much Adriene, you are awesome my friend. See you again tomorrow for more fabulous yoga. Namaste. 🙏🧡🦋

  • @KyleS.1987
    @KyleS.1987 10 років тому +197

    First practice back after a month in the depression pit, and this was truly awesome. Took some breaks, modified some poses, did my vinyasas (vinyasi?) in slow motion, and felt great afterward. Loved the alternate-nostril breathing--it was slightly uncomfortable at first with a stuffy nose, but breathing just...felt better after. Crow's a total "NOPE" pose, but it's a nice mountain to have off in the distance. You know, you look at it and go, "Oh, people climb those? Huh." Anyhoo, thank you Adriene.

    • @TiffG100
      @TiffG100 7 років тому +7

      Kyle S. "vinyasi" 😂😂😂😂😂

    • @annika_27
      @annika_27 7 років тому +3

      Cannot agree more with your post.

    • @Camiliconsz
      @Camiliconsz 5 років тому +2

      I hope you are better. Keep up the great yoga work
      😁

    • @alexxusz4742
      @alexxusz4742 4 роки тому +2

      What a lovely, wholesome comment. Namaste, Kyle

  • @issavalentino1154
    @issavalentino1154 Рік тому +11

    I've been feeling angry and frustrated all day and thought this workout would be too "soft", but I ended up crying at the end so this was just what I needed. Thank you, namaste ❤

  • @jenniferg1453
    @jenniferg1453 3 роки тому +15

    BEAUTIFUL closing music. For those that are interested, Shazam told me it was Flood to Flying, by Justin Sherburn.

    • @mamabones99
      @mamabones99 8 місяців тому

      Thank you. That is just what I came to find out 🙏 xx

  • @AmandaNamgauds
    @AmandaNamgauds Рік тому +1

    Big thank you. I’m 62 and have been practicing with you for a few months and managed to fly in crow 3 times. Love and admiration, Amanda from Crewe, UK. 🥰

  • @nancymartinakovac3573
    @nancymartinakovac3573 8 років тому +43

    Hello dear, I have't done yoga in a a couple of years. I started following your videos when I moved to Canada from Europe and have gone through a lot of stress, depression, anxiety and family issues. I started following your videos for the last 3 months and since than I do yoga at home couple of times a week. You have given me new strength and energy and I wanna thank you for all the happy beautiful yoga videos that mean soooo much to me, Thank you dear Adriene

  • @kavya0102
    @kavya0102 3 роки тому +1

    Cultivate - August 2021
    This was a physical and mental challenge. At the end of the practice, my mind was getting stuck on what I struggled through - the long high lunges and the added twist - but then I forced myself to think of the things that I DID do well - focused on my breath and sensations during a pose, listened to my body and did modifications when necessary, held planks well, did a few Chaturanga to upward facing dog with good form, my Kakasana (crow pose) is getting better gradually - oh, so many more positives than negatives!
    Yes, it was humbling, but we pushed through and did our best. Feeling good and satisfied now. Sending the same good vibes to all who are doing this 💗 You are STRONG, my friend! Namaste 🙏

  • @simplyyyfab_u_lous_3266
    @simplyyyfab_u_lous_3266 8 місяців тому +5

    Thank you Adriene for always having our backs and guiding us with your awesome practice, so relaxing, rejuvenating and energetic... I am very proud of myself for sticking it out with this though 🥰young Adriene (new for me( lengthy build on strength and focus practice....it was hard😅 but i did it... Stay with it, take breaks if you have to, love the crow challenge and you do you but i was so glad i carried on. Build Day 23:04:24✅ I enjoyed the lovely surprise soothing music at the end. I'm saving this one as a 🌟fav. Have a beautiful ✨choose✨ Tuesday beloved build buddies💕🌷Namaste☀️💜🌼🙏🏾

  • @katherinepage2180
    @katherinepage2180 2 роки тому +1

    I chose this video for the 1st time on the same day I started a new job!!! Without knowing Adrienne would say ‘if you are starting a new job…..’ . Which ever yoga video I choose it is always exactly the right one at the right time. Xxx

  • @RaeLoumusic
    @RaeLoumusic 3 роки тому +26

    My crow left her nest today!! For the first time!!! 😮🙏🏼🙏🏼 This session really pushed my boundaries today. Thank you 🙏🏼

    • @hannahg39
      @hannahg39 2 роки тому +3

      Me too! Both feet!

  • @loubainapeer9093
    @loubainapeer9093 4 роки тому +1

    One aspect of having these videos available is the comfort they bring by allowing the viewer to observe. I find it truly helps me growing my practice. And I just enjoy watching Adriene’s graceful transitions 🥰.

  • @ermcm3
    @ermcm3 4 роки тому +8

    I reaaaaaly struggled to get myself moving this morning, and when I saw how long this video was on the calendar, my first thought was "F that, I'm not doing a 40 minute yoga today", but I paused, and told myself, "No, Self, you are - you need this." so I did it. I worked up quite a sweat, but then when you said "crow", I thought, "Damn it, Adriene, why would you do this to me?" Knowing I couldn't do it, I tipped forward off of my toes anyway, expecting to either come right back down or fall on my head. Not today, though. Today I learned to fly. Thank you, Adriene, this is exactly what I needed.

  • @cloefs
    @cloefs Рік тому +2

    I was dull scrolling the whole morning. This practice made my day! I relaxed SO deep in the shavasana! I am full of focus and energy.

  • @aurawra_xd
    @aurawra_xd 4 роки тому +105

    I basically just sweated my butt off 😅 I feel so good and strong after this! The crow is my archenemy. I will conquer it one day!!

    • @stephenduchemin3072
      @stephenduchemin3072 10 місяців тому +1

      3 years ago you made this comment: I hope you have continued your quest to conquer The Crow. 😌

  • @elizabethhentze3767
    @elizabethhentze3767 Рік тому +2

    My mother is on her sickbed and it’s just an awful waiting game right now…. Thank you for taking my mind off of it for 43 minutes and that music at the end seemed tailored for this time… I bawled my eyes out.

    • @aniagorczynska1970
      @aniagorczynska1970 Рік тому +1

      Sendig lots of love ❤ and peace 🕊 towards you and your mother!

  • @williamb7275
    @williamb7275 2 роки тому +19

    I went off the calendar today as I wanted a gentle practice after a long week. On the mat later today than usual, I saw that we are going to be doing the final week of the 30-day Revoultion series later this month. I went with an earlier practice from that series, day 22, which I had not done since 2019 or 2020. Just what was needed! Spark day 16. 650 days in a row.

    • @simplyyyfab_u_lous_3266
      @simplyyyfab_u_lous_3266 2 роки тому +3

      For July Spark Day 16/'22✅🧘🏾‍♀️🌷🌟🌸
      ☀️🌅☀️🙏🏾💚💚Yay!! Another F.P....here, this definitely Spark sth! strength and focus on how amazing you guide us & the music @ the end, so beautiful brought me happy tears🫶🏾😊😀😭😭😀🫶🏾, seeing young beautiful Adriene here🥰😊, Ty you as always for this perfect for starting and ending the day practice🍀😊✌🏾
      Stay hydrated in the coming heatwave☀️🔥💦🌅☀️💦 & see you
      2moro yogi buddies💝
      Namaste🙏🏾💚💚

    • @williamb7275
      @williamb7275 2 роки тому +1

      @@simplyyyfab_u_lous_3266 😊👋 🚫♨️🙀

    • @simplyyyfab_u_lous_3266
      @simplyyyfab_u_lous_3266 2 роки тому +1

      @@williamb7275 😀🤦🏾👍🏾🤣

    • @zuriwilson-seymore8939
      @zuriwilson-seymore8939 2 роки тому +2

      Blessed Beloved Will! We most certainly need to listen to our body. This was definitely an intense practice - very sweaty! I did it today as a make-up practice. I had to complete a project yesterday and only had time for a run. 🙂

    • @williamb7275
      @williamb7275 2 роки тому

      @@zuriwilson-seymore8939 💜🙏🏼

  • @fluffyross2297
    @fluffyross2297 Рік тому +6

    Wow that 40 minute video almost finished me off. I always struggle a little with the longer videos, but I made it through, I kept breathing and following Adriene all the way. I had to take a couple of breaks to roll my wrists and breath a little deeper. But I made it, i did it, and I feel great for it. Thank you Adriene you are a true inspiration. And one day I will soar in Crow pose.😊 namaste. 🙏🧡💙💛💚

  • @FreyaHatfield
    @FreyaHatfield 8 місяців тому +5

    Build day 23🎉this was a tough one, my thighs are aching from the last weekend challenge, however, I stuck mostly with it, and attempted crow on a block, feet not lifted yet but using a block helped in making me feel like they were. Thank you, Adriene, for this longer practice it was a good one. 💖🧘🏼‍♀️🙏🏻

  • @ringisi9022
    @ringisi9022 4 роки тому +6

    How glorious it was to revisit this practice, and to see that I have become a bit stronger - I can much better handle the "plank...don't panic" pose, without too much panic! But still no crowing about crow... one day, until then, my strength, in both body and mind, I continue to build. Thank you, Adriene. Namaste.

  • @debgilbert3206
    @debgilbert3206 Рік тому +3

    Loved this practice! It kicked my butt. Didn't want to do it, but I'm glad I did!

  • @sugarfree5813
    @sugarfree5813 5 років тому +5

    Tomorrow, I will have been doing regular Yoga with Adriene practices for six months. Today, I held a crow pose. Twice! So grateful that this channel is here for us. Namaste. 🙏❤️

  • @gillyspence4286
    @gillyspence4286 4 роки тому +33

    I have been doing YWA for around 3 years, been feeling a bit "off" of late. Yesterday got really frustrated as yet again I slipped forward in my down dog. Studied those pricey mates thinking is it really worth it. Bit the bullet, got my gorgeous new mat today. I only went and did a crow for the first time EVER!!!! It was an exceedingly short crow, but I frickin did it!!!! Walking off my new red mat feeling a million dollars. Also cried a bit!!

  • @joannewhite6636
    @joannewhite6636 Рік тому +1

    I've been doing yoga with Adriene most mornings since Jan 2022 and just achieved crow today! So happy!

  • @RobertaA7
    @RobertaA7 8 місяців тому +3

    I can see my comment from 6 months ago and it’s made me realise how much strength I have cultivated through my daily practice. Thankyou so much, Adriene xxx

  • @beeautifuldreamer2211
    @beeautifuldreamer2211 Рік тому +2

    I was so happy i made it to the end namaste. That crow on the block game changer 😅.

  • @natashamakhdoomi3666
    @natashamakhdoomi3666 3 роки тому +14

    Cultivate day 14, eventually I could drag myself onto the mat and now I'm quite happy to be able to do it, it was a little bit challenging specially in high lounges which I had to stay longer so made me sweat a lot.However, I realized that how strenghtening it was! There was pressure on my whole body but I really felt good afterwards! Namaste❤

  • @annetaylor5405
    @annetaylor5405 4 роки тому +2

    This was hard. Like really, unexpectedly hard. Didn't realize how lazy I've been in the physical practice until you got me to actually hold each posture instead of rushing through them. I'm so happy you are continuing to create content and hold classes, but also so happy to have these to go back to. Thank you always, Adriene. So much.

  • @gillsmith6740
    @gillsmith6740 4 роки тому +5

    Yes, repeating my comments from 3 months ago, I went through this practice with positivity and breathed deep. It’s such a strength builder for the whole body, quite a challenge for this senior yogi but that is why I practice with you daily Adriene. I just have to focus and rest when I need to, excellent ! See you tomorrow on the mat 🧘🏼‍♀️🧘🏻‍♀️🙏💞

    • @fvillahermosaf
      @fvillahermosaf 4 роки тому +1

      Hola Gill, happy to hear that. #fwfg
      🧘🏼‍♀️🇨🇷

    • @gillsmith6740
      @gillsmith6740 4 роки тому +1

      Hola Francis, have a happy healthy day, continue to be safe 🤞🧘🏼‍♀️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿💕

  • @rubyveil19
    @rubyveil19 4 роки тому +2

    Day 11 CREATE: After all this time of keeping the practices alive, I was not tired today with the 43 mins of yoga. Of course, I was shaking many times during the practice, but I pulled through. Remembering the mantra 'I am strong'. Thank you, Adriene. I am grateful. Namaste.

  • @gillsmith6740
    @gillsmith6740 4 роки тому +20

    This practice was soooo challenging for this senior yogi, I just made it through for the 43 minutes. I managed to breathe through those high lunges and knee to elbows but it’s been a while since we did this practice and realise I need to gain more strength. This full body workout certainly did this. See you tomorrow on the mat🧘🏼‍♀️🧘🏻‍♀️🙏💞

    • @fvillahermosaf
      @fvillahermosaf 4 роки тому +1

      Excelente, congrats. 🧘🏼‍♀️💪🏼See you tomorrow Gill, my friend.

    • @sweetalexandandrea550
      @sweetalexandandrea550 4 роки тому +1

      Yes I found this sooo challenging also!

  • @anndeschryver2514
    @anndeschryver2514 11 місяців тому +2

    Starting calmly, but then building up to strength indeed! This series was not easy for me, but I managed to finish it and I like how I feel now!

  • @niharikasodhi8304
    @niharikasodhi8304 4 роки тому +82

    Anybody else got them feelz with the ending music? I literally felt I'm flowing up to the univserse haha

  • @joyewwamugunda1052
    @joyewwamugunda1052 Рік тому +2

    This is the hardest practice I've done with you so far. Proud of myself for sticking with it.

  • @federicamussi
    @federicamussi 2 роки тому +11

    2022 birthday practice's in the books: definitely a challenging and sweaty one with this 35°, but worth it every plank!

  • @perilowell7925
    @perilowell7925 7 років тому +1

    Thanks to Adriene, her free videos have helped me destress for over two years now. These free videos mean a lot!

  • @sophieanneperniaortoza612
    @sophieanneperniaortoza612 2 роки тому +8

    Jul 16, 2022 05:16
    Intention : spark to focus on my breath
    Sometimes it is really hard to focus on my breath especially when I am in a stressful situation but by practicing yoga I am able to be aware when I am holding my breath and start to breathe properly again and for this I am grateful. Love the dance and the young Adriene in this video 🥰
    Thank you Adriene
    See you tomorrow beautiful souls
    Namaste 🙏🏼

  • @glenyssmith9556
    @glenyssmith9556 7 років тому +1

    ONCE again I came to the mat later in the day and all day, I had been itching to do Yoga with Adriene although I wasn't sure on what session I was going to choose.
    This video popped up and I thought, I could get it running and go from there, with no expectations of what I will be achieving in the day. I choose this one because of the title, strength and focus.
    I take all these Yoga sessions as a new path I am trying to follow. I am practicing being kind to myself and these sessions really have me focused on what I can do now, and so I am not pushing myself and judging myself for what I can't do in the moment. I also take the time to try and do something new that I hadn't tried before and sometimes, I can push myself that little bit further because my body will allow it and other times, I am saying "not today". Adriene's advice of being in tuned with your body rings true for me and I am just taking each day as it comes, with the aim of going a little bit further if I can.
    For me, these sessions are a good guide as to what I can do and what want to achieve over time.
    I still consider myself new to these practices but just focusing on breathing and posture has really helped me through today's session. Also, listening to my body also helped too.
    I am really curious to know where this path will lead me in the coming few days before the True Challenge but in the mean time these sessions are a great lead in to the event that I can't wait to join.
    Thank you Adriene for these sessions as I have come a long way in the past month by adding yoga into my daily life.

  • @altertheskyy1
    @altertheskyy1 10 років тому +11

    I just want to tell you that i find you so genuine and your gentle approach towards instructing is really encouraging. I find that i feel better after doing your practices/instructional videos more than other people's for some reason.

  • @mrsntbrown
    @mrsntbrown 8 місяців тому +2

    Another beautiful sound bath hidden in a YWA from 9 years ago. Thank you, Adriene 🙏

  • @kyleemj951
    @kyleemj951 5 років тому +15

    I love Adriene and after years of sporadically doing yoga, this is my first time getting both feet off the floor in crow! I did a quick face-plant on my mat immediately after but I feel pretty proud of myself all the same!

  • @avivahanaizdihara9428
    @avivahanaizdihara9428 4 роки тому

    I realized I just had a really rough times - and I just wanted to take the time to talk here with Adriene and all of the community here. Life is good, and challenging - And there are some times when I feel, I just can't do this, or this is not working, or even just wanted to be as fast as I could and not taking the time to appreciate myself for who I am. I am TRULY GRATEFUL for you, Adriene. I love you, we all love you. ❤ I will continue to have awareness in my heart, be more gentle to myself, taking it slow but sure, and do yoga practice everyday because I feel HAPPY and FRESH doing it! 😊💜

  • @jennylove2746
    @jennylove2746 3 роки тому +6

    Once I let go of my fear, I discovered I can fly. 😊 thanks for helping me discover my strength 💪

  • @cherylyeo25
    @cherylyeo25 Рік тому +1

    EASE
    back into routine / work / mindset / resset
    been on hols so of cos suffering from blues - this flow helps to Ease into focus
    Namaste to all practising and May aall find EASE in strength + focus

  • @ReginaLynnavatar
    @ReginaLynnavatar Рік тому +4

    Good morning, August 3rd 2023 @ 5:57 am . I made it through another practice, BIG accomplishment for my liver diseased body . Give Benji my love and kisses . Have a wonderful day everyone , namaste 🧘🏼‍♀️🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️🐶🐾☀️🌻💞💕💕🎊 41:01

  • @l.a.4264
    @l.a.4264 2 роки тому +2

    First time my crow ever took flight today using the blocks! It was only for a few seconds but it was one of my resolutions to be able to do crow pose this year... I'm so close 🤩

  • @carlabrutala
    @carlabrutala 3 роки тому +10

    Cultivate-2021 I love seeing old videos and this one really made me sweat! I just laughed when you slid into crow, because that's completely new to me and will definitely stay more of a sitting chicken for a while. I also loved the outro song! Thank you, Adriene!

  • @MissScrabble308
    @MissScrabble308 Рік тому +8

    August 4 2023 🌴Oh gosh this was so hard. I feel like I sweated a bucket of water. Kind of discouraging when you feel like you ''fail'' a practice, even though just being on the mat should be considered a win. But when we went to do crow I was definitely ready to throw it out the window. 😆

  • @belaulrich
    @belaulrich 8 місяців тому +3

    The music in the end always gets me.

  • @SharonFlynn
    @SharonFlynn 2 роки тому +6

    Spark day 16. July 2022. Did this on the grass in the sunshine, and I certainly did sweat. Not quite able to fly in crow, and found the high lunges difficult after parkrun this morning. Great practice and lovely to have such a long one.

  • @lacikocurek4936
    @lacikocurek4936 8 років тому +44

    Yo girl. I feel bad for not writing sooner. You've totally changed my opinion of yoga on UA-cam. And frankly, you've kept me sane without access to proper studios. I'm currently in Vietnam, and you've sort of been here along the journey. Thanks. Lots.

  • @bigyellowplasticwheelbarrow
    @bigyellowplasticwheelbarrow 6 років тому

    I did this video today as part of the November 2018 Focus calender. Adriene's videos have helped me so much more than I could have imagined. She spoke about starting new things today, such as a new job. I have 3 job interviews scheduled next week and I really do need to move on. The YWA community is something that I have always experienced to be generous and kind. I don't feel like I should ask for anything more than what these videos already give me, but if anyone reading this would like to send me just one good vibe, I would really appreciate it and I'll send one (at least!) your way in return. Who knows if this will work, but I am willing to try. Sending out love and light to you all on this Saturday evening. X

    • @yogawithadriene
      @yogawithadriene  6 років тому +1

      You got this!

    • @bigyellowplasticwheelbarrow
      @bigyellowplasticwheelbarrow 6 років тому

      Dear Adriene, you posted your reply right while I was having an interview and...I got the job!!! Thank you so much to you and everybody in this community xxx Namaste @@yogawithadriene

  • @kellymclane964
    @kellymclane964 10 років тому +5

    Adriene,
    Thank you so much for your hard work.
    I am not one to languish praise on other artists, however your ability to empathize with your audience, whoever that may be. It is RARE refreshing and awesome to work with you. I think we all have to work, but you do not hide OUR .. flawed, hurried lives, you remind us of our Humanity!
    Thank YOU
    Kelly Mclane

  • @vikki8699
    @vikki8699 7 місяців тому +1

    My day 26 of Build. Playing catch up as I have been unwell. Lets do this! ❤

  • @CeciliaKautzman
    @CeciliaKautzman 8 місяців тому +3

    BUILD 🔥 | April 23, 2024 | Even though I did this in the early morning hours today, it's already hot here in Arizona where I am for a work event, so this flow brought a little extra heat today! But it's a great way to wake up the body! 🙏

  • @jerryhendrickson971
    @jerryhendrickson971 2 роки тому +6

    Thank you for this practice. One general comment, I really liked the longer closing to allow me to relax after the practice vs jumping up to close the usual commercials.

  • @GadgetGirlJaye
    @GadgetGirlJaye 9 років тому +20

    Hi Adrienne,
    After doing the 30 day challenge and a couple more vids, I finally managed to hold the crow pose for about 4 seconds!! Super proud of myself and extremely thankful to you for making yoga easily accessible and enjoyable. Xxx

  • @marisgoldenhour6212
    @marisgoldenhour6212 8 місяців тому +2

    Build, April 23, 2024. Some of the practice was a challenge, and crow is among a few of my less than favorite poses. But I noticed that I got a little further along in crow compared to attempts in the past. It was closer to a crow who was considering flying somewhere but decided to hang out and think even longer about where to go next. But the crow was present. And for me that was a huge win. Baby steps. 😁💙🖤

  • @NothingByHalves
    @NothingByHalves 3 роки тому +4

    what a lovely way to discover how little strength you have, after the deep work on the shoulders from yoga for swimmers, and in the hips from yoga for equestrians.
    Not sure if you could hear the cursing as you chatted lightly through some torturous holds, Adriene, but if you did, I apologise. My body will thank you in the long run, but my ego didn't see it at the time....
    Much Love xxx

  • @reddwarfhead
    @reddwarfhead 4 роки тому +2

    I loved this practice. I am not where I *think* I should be, but I decided to give my body time, and just enjoy the journey. The song at the end gave me such a nostalgic feeling. I somehow suddenly imagined my last yoga session ever (in the future...), and I suddenly felt aware of how lucky I am to be able to practice yoga right NOW.

  • @MrSamster0077
    @MrSamster0077 7 років тому +5

    after doing 30 day, Yoga camp and Revolution found my self looking foe longer videos holly cow this one made me sweat so much I look like I took a shower. Thanks Adriene for all you do. god be with you

  • @rosswrightglasgow
    @rosswrightglasgow 4 роки тому +1

    Great workout, everything moved...thanks from Glasgow Scotland on St Andrew’s day 2020 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @Malabrigo212
    @Malabrigo212 3 роки тому +5

    Wasn't sure I had enough time for today's practice in the Aug 2021 Cultivate calendar. But I'm so glad I did it!
    Adriene has a way of just bringing you along and before you know it you're doing mountain climbers.
    The block for crow was super helpful. Also I domed the part of my back like I was pushing away from the ground for plank and I think that was helpful too. I'm still developing crow and can only lift my toes off the ground for a moment or two.

  • @hannalofman2444
    @hannalofman2444 2 роки тому +3

    I did this and modified, no high rises today, enjoyed the poses on my knee. Felt little tired but made it to the end, knee on my elbows was easy. I remember in the beginning when I started to do Adriene's yoga I could not reach the elbows with my knee. So habby for that 😄. Wishing lovely moments during the day to all of you💙💙💙💙💙 , Namaste 🙏

    • @simplyyyfab_u_lous_3266
      @simplyyyfab_u_lous_3266 2 роки тому +1

      Glad you did.. well-done Hanna!😀💪🏾👏🏾👏🏾💞 we'll get there in the end...I felt so happily emotional with the outro, lovely day to you too😊💙💙

  • @marilynnolson6264
    @marilynnolson6264 5 років тому +5

    Thank you, Adriene for being so generous with your yoga. I am going in for spinal surgery today and this practice has helped me feel ready to accept the surgery and feel very positive. It is just what I needed!

  • @eviegrace4292
    @eviegrace4292 3 роки тому

    I had no idea this morning that i would be sat on my mat this evening, flying a crow for the first time! I flew a crow for 2 seconds which felt like eternity for me and i was so proud of myself! Thank you so much Adrienne! Namaste

  • @beforeourveryeyes
    @beforeourveryeyes 8 років тому +5

    Exquisite exit music: feels sacred, holy. moving.....composer and musicians in tune with the Divine. Great appreciation to all of you who bring me these valuable, life-changing videos.

  • @CeciliaKautzman
    @CeciliaKautzman Рік тому +2

    EASE 🍁 | October 6, 2023 | Back on my schedule for a bit as I've finally reached my travel destination. My body was feeling tired today after two full days of travel and dealing with jetlag, but this practice was a great way to wake up and maybe detox from some of that travel stress! 🙏

  • @fionahoyodiazmartinez571
    @fionahoyodiazmartinez571 4 роки тому +6

    This is my favorite video so far! It was so much harder than I was expecting but I loved the longer moments of focus. I even managed one foot of the ground in crow then I was so surprised I fell over!

  • @maryjohnson103
    @maryjohnson103 10 років тому

    Today is my first day of *two* news jobs, in a city I just moved to. I just finished this practice and I'm about to kick some ass. THANK YOU, Adriene, for helping me realize my full potential! Namaste.

  • @sarahzickel604
    @sarahzickel604 9 років тому +20

    I fell out of my lunge cackling at 16:52 -- "Nope, didn't do anything." Was having the exact same thought before you said that. Definitely needed to get some strength back into my practice.
    Thank you for encouraging activity, mindfulness, and wellness, while ALSO reminding us to allow, forgive, take it easy when necessary, and of course: find what feels good. Your authenticity and kindness are radiant, and every time I practice with you I am rooted in the fact that every day and every moment are new and full of possibility.
    Namaste :)

    • @debcal65dac
      @debcal65dac 6 років тому +2

      I totally agree with every word you said! I often wonder how she keeps going without cracking up, my favorites are "Once, Twice, 3x a lady", "classy". the cute self observations are simply adorable! Adriene, you are a riot and an angel on earth!

  • @ghostofdayinperson
    @ghostofdayinperson 2 роки тому +1

    The music at the end is so cathartically sad! It tugged at my heart strings in a huge way.

  • @TammyBrackettDesigns
    @TammyBrackettDesigns 10 років тому +8

    I've been practicing with Adriene for a month now and thought this workout was challenging but exhilarating. I could only get half way through, BUT then i worked a bit on Lion's Breath! Now where's my cape! I think I can take on the world! ROAR!

  • @deandane1
    @deandane1 5 років тому

    I first followed this practice 18 months ago and crow was nowhere in sight. Today YAY! I did crow, albeit for only 2 breaths but I FLEW. I could maybe have done a bit longer but I was so excited that I was holding it I thought I had better come down while still in control. Thank you Adriene for helping me to have the confidence to keep trying. Namaste xxxxx

  • @jaybeebee5898
    @jaybeebee5898 Рік тому +4

    That was hard work! At least I found it so, I have a balance problem so inclined to wobble and fall, but I managed to stay upright, yay. Not so keen on the music at the end, but hey, it’s wonderful to be alive and on the mat. Thank you Adriene, Aug 23 Intuit.

  • @Ruby-yn5fp
    @Ruby-yn5fp Рік тому +2

    THE BLOCK. I never knew you could use it to lift the toes the first 15cm. That helped a lot!! Not in full realization yet but I had lift off for a second or two!! Yes!!

  • @mailinfleurtje
    @mailinfleurtje Рік тому +5

    Really nice class this one ❤ One tip for practiding Crow pose: Leave a cushian in front of you so if you fall you fall softly

  • @dariamathes4852
    @dariamathes4852 Рік тому +1

    Been following you for years, but not sure if I have ever done this one. Love the music at the end!!!

  • @kichicat2127
    @kichicat2127 2 роки тому +3

    Spark day 16, definitely felt my muscles working. Still getting my crow muscles toned so I can stay up for more than half a second lol, it feels good to be able to do it at all and watching Adrien looked like she was suspended gave me inspiration that I may as well be able to do that too once my muscles are fit for it. 💙

  • @courtneyclark8573
    @courtneyclark8573 4 роки тому

    I have been following you since 2015 Adriene and am following the March calendar now. I just want to say thank you for your strength and shining your light so strongly, you have already been and will continue to serve so much of humanity through this cleansing and ascension process we are experiencing now. You have been doing the work and it is inspiring. Namaste love 💚

  • @luciabrand4094
    @luciabrand4094 2 роки тому +5

    Loved the closing, thanks Adriene

  • @Bessiefallon2010
    @Bessiefallon2010 4 роки тому

    Adriene, I can't thank you enough for your incredible yoga video's and tuition! I started doing yoga every day with you from January and before I started I was in constant pain. I had very bad knee, shoulder and arm pain from my work as a photographer and before Christmas one evening it completely locked! I used to do yoga and attend weekly classes but since having children and setting up my own business I hadn't been able to fit it. Your video's have made it possible to practice at home anytime and I have made it my daily routine! It's the first thing I do every day and since lockdown in London started you have in all honestly saved me, physically and mentally! I am so much stronger and in no paint at all. I've even managed to train myself to zone out from my kids who often circle me during the practice asking questions, sometimes even crawling underneath my downward dog! I follow through your video's to the end, taking care to follow the breathing instructions. I feel like I have learned to breathe again, letting go of life's stress and tension - it is as though before I started I had been holding my breath for years. I just wanted to say thank you so much! Sending love and gratitude from London x

  • @zuriwilson-seymore8939
    @zuriwilson-seymore8939 2 роки тому +5

    Blessed Beloved Beauties! Spark Day-16 was a sweaty, energetic practice. I made up this session today on Day-17. I had a pressing project to complete yesterday that took all day. I only had time for a run 🏃🏿‍♀️ yesterday. Have a beautiful day everyone! Best wishes! Namaste and Ase! 🦋❤❤🦋

  • @morgancikowski4854
    @morgancikowski4854 7 років тому

    I have been practicing with you (almost) daily since May. Besides all the stuff about me feeling better than ever, more flexible, and open, today was the day that I successfully did a crow pose!!!!! This has been my biggest (physical) goal since I started. I was just so excited for myself that I stopped the video immediately to write this post. If anything, this is definitely a good example of always coming back to the mat, no matter how difficult, and trying to keep your cool when things don't work out at first. Give yourself a break, and always believe! Thank you so much Adriene. You've helped me in ways unimaginable.