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Thanks for the encouragement @mom23mangos and @TiisTitanium :)

I'm loving reading about everyones progress, thanks @TiisTitanium for starting this. I can't see myself meeting my goal - which is to kick up into a wall handstand. I am seeing progress in other ways - my upper body strength has improved. I can now manage an chatarungas (high plank lower to updog) on my toes with proper…

This happened to me 3 years ago. I loved the gym and the result from lifting weights - until I didn't... After a few injuries in succession, I took some time off (couple of weeks) to recover. When I returned, I lost all interest and hated being in a gym. I tried out another gym and tried out some new classes but my mojo…

I'm still not seeing a lot of improvement with my handstands but I had a win with headstand. I can now get up without using the wall for support!! It doesn't look graceful but it's definitely improvement :)

Everyone is looking great! Good to see some new faces too :) @ContraryMaryMary - thanks for the videos. I worked through the exercises from the second as I'm still working on kicking up.

I've been practicing for almost 2 years and love it! I practice in a studio and do a range of different classes depending on what mood I'm in. Funny enough, pidgen is one of my least favorite poses and crane is becoming one of my favorites (finally got the hang of it!!)

I saw Pete Evens and immediately put it on my do not watch list. I avoid anything by/promoted by the same "quack" who publishes recipes for paleo baby formula (which is actually harmful due to high levels of vitamin A in bone broth) and discourages the use of suncreen in a country with one of the highest rates of skin…

I unfortunately was unable to practice at all this weekend. Between moving house, cleaning up, unpacking and birthdays it's been a crazy couple of days! Even with the break, I'm starring to move closer to the wall. Tonight I did 2 x 40sec wall handstand and a few crow poses.

Okay! I finally have photos and figured out how to post them ;) This is from a few days ago. I'm starting to see an improvement already. I can now hold a crow pose for 20 sec, up from around 5. These two are from tonight. Lot of work to do with the headstand, I can see my alignment is completely out. I will have to get a…

Thanks @TiisTitanium :) I might focus on wall handstands for now. I have to ask , are you a dancer? You seem to do a lot of interesting (fun) classes.

I'm loving these photos guys :) I did a challenging HITT class with a lot of ab work and pushups so my practise was short today. Only 2 mins tops! I'm stuggling with keeping my feet on the wall while doing the L pose/headstand on the wall. This video helped a little and I can now do it with one leg on the wall and the…

Day 2 done and dusted :) I'm have a hard time with the L shaped wall handstand drill. For whatever reason I can't get my feet to stay on the wall ??? I have no issues with the regular wall handstand, I'm not sure what I'm missing. My headstands are already improving too :p I know I should be focusing on handstands but its…

Just finshed my first round of wall drills!! I combined it a quick yoga flow which is another reason I'm doing this challenge - I want to be more consistent with my home yoga practice. Man it kicked my butt!! I have a long way to go :s

I'm going to try this :) I can do a headstand against the wall and would love to try practicing handstands too. My goal is to be able to kick into a handstand against the wall. I reckon it will be a long shot but we will see how I go.

Wow!!! I just watched your video from your previous post. I had a very similar issue when squatting with weight - I never noticed the shift when squatting down but in the way up I have the same movement. Its like my hips and glutes on my right side give out. I dont have this issue with body weight only when loaded up with…

https://youtu.be/tfRuCT0T_W0 Not sure if the link will work but this video gives you an idea of the benefits (or lack there of). I

I agree with this 100% I've also been naturally slim all of my life. I originally joined MFP to lose some vanity weight and reactivated my account this year after switching jobs. I went from a job where I was on my feet all day to spending 50hrs/week at a desk. Not only am I moving less, my appetite has increased because…

Congratulations!!!! I don't trust myself with nutella either, I haven't had it in the house for years

I would try going to a studio/class if you can. Mine has men and women of all ages, shapes and sizes. A good teacher will provide options for your level and focus on alignment. To answer your questions 1. Obsoletely! You will have to modify some poses, a good teacher will show you these and provide props if needed 2. For…

I suffered from this a few years ago when I used to lift weights. I believe it was from a combination of bad ergonomics and long hours at work and lifting weights. I went to a physiotherapist who helped by providing stretches to work on along with massage during the appointments. When it started to feel better I saw a PT…

I went through a similar phase/issue a couple of years ago when losing weight for my wedding. It was during the time when "clean eating" was popular and all over social media. I had a mini meltdown because I "had" to eat out for dinner the second time that week, which also interfered with my workout schedule, because of…

Thanks so much for the support! Its a slow process but something I want to get a handle on now that I'm maintaining. I backslided last night :neutral: Nothing major, calorie wise as I only went over but 100cal, but I ate more chocolate than I intended too. But no need to beat my self up, I will get there!!

You guys are awesome! Loving these responses.

I'm an hourglass and have really struggled to find well fitting/flattering clothes the last 2 years. It sucks!! My thought on the current trends is that it is much easier and therefore cheaper to make.

I'm in! I've been cutting back for a while but my issue is drinking excessively/bingeing when I do have a night out. I am going away for a wedding this weekend and I want to be content with enjoying a glass or 2 of wine and not be tempted to keep up with everyone else.

I dislike this feature, not only inaccurate but discouraging when you sometimes go over your calories. This week I managed to stay just under my net calories most days. Yesterday I was hungry and all day so I went over my calories - only by 300, no big deal its 1 day. It then told me what i would gain, really? It was 1…