http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLBOsOt3qtc&feature=related
I was both surprised and awestruck to witness the abilities of such a practiced member of the yoga community. What amazed me most, however, was the performer's flexibility and relaxation. Throughout each exercise, I could see his ribs visibly rise and fall with a calm and deep breath. There seemed to be no strain or discomfort as his movements became progressively more demanding and complex. I, as a beginner yoga student, find it hard to maintain this composure - sometimes I fight to reconnect with my breath, and more often than not I find myself wincing with the struggle of bending into certain positions. Seeing this young man perform with such a relaxed air, and with such strong breath, was enlightening. Although I may not be able to fold myself into such complicated positions as he did, I can still see how breath and calm are integrated into every part of the yoga practice from beginning to end. My intention is to focus on this sense of calm and to reconnect with my breath every time I do my yoga practice. Maybe once I stop focusing on the pain, or the disappointment that perhaps my body cannot do a certain pose today, I can truly tap into the wonderful experience of self-rejuvenation that yoga has to offer.
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