And every moment, really.
By contributor Danielle Sandifer.
Living in Chicagoland guarantees you two things: the Bears won’t make it to the Super Bowl and the winters will be brutal. Yep. It’s still dark before and after work, and at times, the cold is unbearable (read: disrespectful). Because of this, being intentional with getting in some movement is key for keeping my mental health in check.
Now, I won't sit here and say that I'm a full-out yogalates enthusiast, but I will say it’s become a staple in my self-care routine. It's a great way for me to connect to myself, my breath and to the world around me. When I was given the chance to try out the merino wool yoga mat from WearMyYoga, I knew I'd be obsessed.
Living in Chicagoland guarantees you two things: the Bears won’t make it to the Super Bowl and the winters will be brutal. Yep. It’s still dark before and after work, and at times, the cold is unbearable (read: disrespectful). Because of this, being intentional with getting in some movement is key for keeping my mental health in check.
Now, I won't sit here and say that I'm a full-out yogalates enthusiast, but I will say it’s become a staple in my self-care routine. It's a great way for me to connect to myself, my breath and to the world around me. When I was given the chance to try out the merino wool yoga mat from WearMyYoga, I knew I'd be obsessed.
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As a plus-sized woman, I've always struggled to find yoga mats that were aesthetically pleasing and friendly toward larger bodies. The best part of this mat? It's both.”
Over the years, I've gone from being a night owl to an early bird, so getting in a little movement and meditation in the morning really helps me be more present throughout my day. Getting out of a warm bed is really (really) hard. But, stepping onto this mat? Soooo much easier.
The mat came rolled up (the wool side inside) and secured with straps which made storage a breeze. But, let's talk about the wool. Warm, plush and luxurious really don't do it justice. Have you ever met someone whose hugs felt like the sun? Well, this is the yoga mat equivalent. It's almost as if through each movement, the mat is there with a gentle hug, reminding you to keep going, keep pushing and that your body needs this.
As someone who struggles with knee pain, I found that the wool added a nice layer of cushion between me and the floor, giving me extra support as I moved through different flows. And if that isn't enough security for you, it also has a non-slip back, which is absolutely top-tier.
The mat came rolled up (the wool side inside) and secured with straps which made storage a breeze. But, let's talk about the wool. Warm, plush and luxurious really don't do it justice. Have you ever met someone whose hugs felt like the sun? Well, this is the yoga mat equivalent. It's almost as if through each movement, the mat is there with a gentle hug, reminding you to keep going, keep pushing and that your body needs this.
As someone who struggles with knee pain, I found that the wool added a nice layer of cushion between me and the floor, giving me extra support as I moved through different flows. And if that isn't enough security for you, it also has a non-slip back, which is absolutely top-tier.
Finding the motivation to be active is a challenge, especially living in cold temps 6-9 months out of the year. But, the closer I get to 30, the more, the more I realize just how much of a gift exercise truly is.
It's a gift to be able to wake up early. It's a gift to be able to move my body. It's a gift to have breath in my lungs, a beating heart and blood flowing through my veins. It’s a gift to be able to meditate and practice gratitude. It's a gift to be able to come back to my mat each day — showing up for myself a little more today than I did the day before.
My takeaway: This mat is truly for every body, every fitness level and every person wanting to carve out a little me-time. Maybe it's for you. Maybe it's for someone you love. Either way, expect this mat to be the new bff of every yoga and pilates lover this winter.
It's a gift to be able to wake up early. It's a gift to be able to move my body. It's a gift to have breath in my lungs, a beating heart and blood flowing through my veins. It’s a gift to be able to meditate and practice gratitude. It's a gift to be able to come back to my mat each day — showing up for myself a little more today than I did the day before.
My takeaway: This mat is truly for every body, every fitness level and every person wanting to carve out a little me-time. Maybe it's for you. Maybe it's for someone you love. Either way, expect this mat to be the new bff of every yoga and pilates lover this winter.
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