Yoga For Beginners at Home 30 Day Challenge (Day 8) 20 min stretch

[@salounik.2894]

Im battling depression and I have no one to share but this 30 day challenge soothes my mind for the entire day, leaves me with so much positivity. Thank you for this.

[@remmy4678]

Sending out peace, gratitude & love. Namaste.

[@annaperry49]

Love that each day builds a little on what went before... still hate downward dog though, and so many of them in the last couple of days!!! It's the rush of blood to my head I think, and no respite from it in forward fold either

[@NerakGreen]

Another great day starts with Lesley Fightmaster. I’m grateful she’s shared her skills with us in such a gentle, but also challenging, way. I feel the pull and I love it! Who’s ready for Day 9?! This gal. Ty Lesley and team!!!

[@nailingbencher9292]

Thanks for uploading video. Just find out about Leslie not with us anymore, but her yoga class still with us and I will continue do it . She is on of the best yoga’s instructor .

[@bradroberts1813]

Well I realize you Put this up sometime ago, I nevertheless continue to do this class every morning with you. Your spirit is joyful and you never preach, two qualities which I admire and appreciate it. Thank you very much

[@rossjuly55]

hi there.. thankyou sooo much for your classes and instruction. I'm a 65 yr old male... we retired 5 yrs ago and have always been active but because of Covid and not working, I've become rather lazy..lol. My daughters suggested yoga and after going through many vids on youtube I was lucky enough to find you. I love your calm and patience, and look forward to our class everyday. Right now I'm on day 8 of your 28 days and feel better every day. Again... ty... be safe and tc. Ross.. Vancouver, BC Canada

[@charolevistamissbodi2464]

Thank You God 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️

[@shanewoltmann9226]

Hi Lesley, I have been on chemo, and even starting this for a week has mad me feel so much better. Blessings to you

[@Fightmasteryoga]

Blessings to you! I'm so glad that you're here! xoxo

[@Deeger-1]

I'm returning to yoga after a long hiatus. The quality of your instruction is second to none. It's a gift to be able to get started again in my own home. Based on what I see, I will be a long time follower and supporter. Thank you.

[@icequeen018]

the breath cues are great on this one! matching my breathing to the poses is one part of yoga that is always a struggle for me and the constant cues were so helpful.

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+icequeen018 I'm so happy to hear that...the breath is so important. :-)

[@aliakseisheuchyk235]

With you everything going well. Thank you!

[@simonasimona7951]

I suffer from lower back pain. And this videos help me a lot! I sleep without pain because of u! Thank u!

[@jonathonmiller8785]

Thanks so much for making this available. You have such a calm, soothing voice. If you do happen to remake this series, could I ask that you slow it down a bit. Struggling to keep up with you. Thanks again for your care and kindness in making this available free.

[@arianeorr4148]

Thank you Lesley! You (and your husband behind the camera) are a blessing! If it helps anyone out there doing yoga alone and if one has the equipment, I use my tv connected to the internet to follow your class and then I take my ipad and record myself and then I can review the recording to see if I'm doing anything wrong. I realized that my plank wasn't much of a plank and that my downward dog was kind of bent lol :) PS Good timing for the dog to pass by while in upward dog lol :D :D

[@justthatguy3512]

Ariane L awesome tip, thanks! 🙏

[@angeleyesworks]

Thank you, Fightmaster Angel!🙏🏾

[@lindseyhayek8018]

Thank you for this 30 day challenge! I'm really enjoying the flow and progression of these videos...there is something new to learn and build off of each day! I'm really enjoying it so far; it's great stress relief and I can feel my skills improving already. I look forward to the next 22 days!

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Lindsey Hayek that's so awesome! I'm so happy that you're joining us! :-)

[@nathbirk]

i love you, Leslie. Thanks for being my yoga teacher during this pandemic time. (i'm not going to the classes anymore). Your videos are great and your voice makes me feel relaxed. kisses from São Paulo, Brazil.

[@progressivesabroadpodcast4950]

Used to be really active, into yoga and all that but when I had a prolapse in my back about 8 months ago it all fell apart. Now this is helping me start over and get my physicality back! Thank you!

[@nouf9549]

Day 8 ✅!!! Yay!

[@brandydutoit5156]

This has been a wonderful experience thus far! I've previously been interested in yoga, but could never find a style that felt right. Really enjoying these 30 days and am hopeful to continue to new ritual going forward. Thank you for bringing a much-needed peace and self-love into my life!

[@amyj5750]

I have been practising your videos for years and practised the 90 day challenge several times now. but not the last year having had severe pelvic girdle pain through pregnancy and still suffering somewhat at 6 months. postpartum. You recently pointed me in the direction of your yoga for sciatica video and I practised it a couple of times, just going through the motions of being back on my mat and hearing your voice has been really good. So I've set myself the challenge to complete the 30 day beginner challenge to try and get myself back into the yoga habit and hopefully start to get my body functioning normally again. Hopefully one day in the not too distant future I can get back to my usual fitness and join you on my yoga pal! Thanks for creating fantastic videos for every level. I'll keep checking in and doing a little yoga every day! Xx

[@Songbird115]

I am loving this 30 days for beginners challenge. I'm not entirely a yoga newbie, but I've had very little detailed instruction on the poses. I love that you're doing that and slowly adding new things. Yoga has been making a huge difference for me physically and mentally. I don't have the funds to be going to regular classes, so your videos are a lifesaver. Thank you!

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Songbird115 That's wonderful :)

[@patriceanthony9213]

I always thought you could not get fit with yoga, boy was I wrong. I love this! I never felt better! This is better than going to the gym any day! My chiropractor suggested yoga for my back and I feel wonderful I am hooked! I do it every day! Thank you for this.

[@Fightmasteryoga]

So happy you're enjoying the classes :)

[@patriceanthony9213]

You're welcome, I am addicted. I could never imagine a day without yoga! I've gained flexibility and strength in just the first 27 days!!! :)))

[@nicolesedef]

I started this journey a few days ago, and while I was running today in the morning, I felt a backache and I just couldn't continue running any more. I thought if I'd make the breathing exercises that I have learned from you, maybe it would help. And it did! I made the standing breathing exercises and suddenly my backache was gone!! You're like a mother on this journey to me, and I can't thank enough to you for this. Namaste!

[@3kyra10]

Sometimes I do the breathing exercises while I'm running and it keeps me from focusing on how exhausted I am and to not breathe super fast.

[@mariejewell587]

a wonderful clqss thankyou👍❤️

[@enns3421]

Enjoying this daily x my body has never felt better

[@IsabelAfOhring]

Hi Lesley! Very fun to try yoga. I like being able to try it alone in my home and set the bar according to my own strength/flexibility without feeling mal placé and uncomfortable. I've just finished a 6k run in an exhausting pulse, and it feels so good finishing of with some yoga. I've been stiff as a refrigerator my whole life, but I can finally feel some result and how the poses now feel lighter and easier. Thank you so much for giving us an opportunity to try something new - that is something very valuable. Have a good one! / Isabel from Sweden

[@Fightmasteryoga]

Oh I'm so happy to hear that the classes are helping you get some results and that you are enjoying practicing with me! xoxo

[@heavenlycrystalsandcandles3609]

Thank you for day 8 ❤🎉

[@Allamammadavids]

I'm so loving this... I've never practiced Yoga before and you manage to make is so accessible and effortless to learn. Enjoying every moment... Thanks from Iceland

[@Fightmasteryoga]

Thank you SO much! I'm really glad that you're joining us and enjoying your new practice!

[@musicalkavya]

Lesley please send a comment to steady health that we don't have belly fat anymore but we do have other health problems that are more important to solve first.

[@musicalkavya]

Quite alright, but Lesley can you please go through the comments and somebody put day 8 instead of day 18. Don't excuse though, probably it would be by mistake.

[@musicalkavya]

Thanks!

[@musicalkavya]

Thank you SO much!

[@dylandrung6416]

Took a few days off from practice, feeling very drained lately. Felt fantastic to get back on my mat today and spend some time with myself, thanks always Leslie!

[@Fightmasteryoga]

Thank you! Yes, it's always so nice to spend time alone with ourselves. :-)

[@monikarohr4994]

Yoga is one of the best thing that ever happened to me.I watched many videos and tried to follow many yoga teachers and then........ I just found you! And I found the perfect yoga practice for me.I love that you show us how to begin yoga and then how to make it more harder and challenging.On that way we can make our body more stronger and our soul more happier,we're getting more flexible,healthier and stable.Big thank you Lesley :)

[@yahyamaster24]

thanks again and again. i feel better inside and outside with more practice, with your quotes with your inner peace. i have stopped my prozac because i feel relax and happy

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Yahya Sayed so glad our classes are helpful to you!

[@turkeyduck6]

I've been doing the 90Fix and only have a few more left to do - then I got sick with winter's germs! It has been refreshing to get back into yoga by doing this 30 day challenge. I lump them together for a gentler practice as I heal. Thanks so much for all of your videos... they are my go-to and I have seen such improvement in flexibility and form and strength. Thanks again!

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Adrienne It's always good to listen to your body and be gentle with yourself :)

[@briansheil9763]

Thanks to Plank, Warrior 2, and the Front Lunges, my knees got a real workout. Thanks, Lesley.

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Brian Sheil Great!!! :-)

[@YourNaturalHairbyLoreen]

I am loving this so much! I used to do gym practice before and I disliked it. This feels so natural, and the way you build it up and present your lessons makes me feel very comfortable! Thank you Lesley! You made me hooked! Love from Belgium

[@maaikemolenaar7641]

Thank you so much for your great yoga instructional videos, I love it! I'm new to yoga (I've tried it sometimes, but never really stuck to it), and your videos make me want to do more and more. I have to admit, I'm doing two days in a row (so two on one day), because they're so much fun! Thank you and Namaste!

[@gingerbreadhan]

day 8 of yoga with my reluctant boyfriend, left the matt feeling better than before.... becoming trend! as always thank you for your content, dropping you an extra like because of the dog cameo. Thanks again!!

[@BriellaFendi]

Each day I do your yoga classes I feel better and a bit stronger , thank you so much 😊

[@sarah7410]

After 8 days of this challenge I can finally touch my toes (before I could only touch my chins just past my knees), love how much progress I’ve made in just a week! Really into this challenge and can’t wait to keep going on my yoga journey.

[@camilamesa2000]

I've never felt better :D thank you so much for taking the time to develop this 30 day series !

[@Fightmasteryoga]

❤️

[@miahacevedo2939]

Love these videos! I am not very far and have wanted to try yoga and get serious about it for a while and your videos have mad doing so very easy! Love your deeper explanation of things and the meaning of the poses! Although I do forget my breathing most of the time, I only have room for improvement! Thank you for sharing!

[@Fightmasteryoga]

Thank you so much!!! I'm so glad that you're joining us!!! It's great! Yes, the breathing is the most challenging...keep up the good work! xx

[@alyssanicole9389]

Absolutely loving this. I can tell a difference in my mood when I do yoga every day.

[@misstomrs]

Just finished this set! Really liking this so far.

[@DoctorUltraviolence]

This is my favourite day on the 30 day challenge so far. The lunge position with waving arms was really nice. Woke up angry and irritated, yoga REALLY helps :-)

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Nathalie - I'm so glad this one helped to improve your mood. Yoga is really magical that way! xx

[@LittleMsPurpleHeart]

Much appreciation, Leslie. This video series is helping to reconnect me to the basics and strengthen my overall yoga practice. Thank you!

[@joseantoniosalinasvega7956]

Great practice, you always explain asanas really good, your Voice is so clear and kind, i enjoyed a lot and feel relaxed at the end, thanks for being our teacher Lesley, have a great day, namaste.

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+jose antonio salinas vega Thank you very, very much! :-)

[@Experthypnotherapy]

Am really beginning to feel the capacity and strengthening in my limbs to keep up with the flow! This is my first experience of Day 8, as I am repeating each day several times until I get it! Really excellent teaching.

[@Eddbear12]

on day 8 feeling great. this an awesome tutorial never done yoga in my life and this is really teaching me

[@jeanetteseymour6859]

Such an adventure! Thank you so much! Namaste

[@christophecorriveau-gariep1396]

Thank you so much for this challenge! It's a great motivation to establish a regular yoga practice! Today, I felt that my body is already becoming stronger! I felt comfortable doing the plank pose with my knees up for the first time! Thank you again :)

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Catherine Corriveau-Gariépy Thank you so much! I'm really happy to hear that you're feeling stronger already! :-)

[@iloveanimegoinuyasha]

Just completed Day 7 and Day 8 today. I feel so much better. I have more energy than before. Thank you so much

[@Experthypnotherapy]

I persevered with this class the whole week to achieve more flow. Thank you.

[@sharonpritchardshepherd9279]

Gd morn , found it harder today , but I feel better for doing it , calmer ,, thank u so much xx

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Sharon Pritchard shepherd :)

[@sanhitadevi980]

Thank you

[@cinnamonrolling]

thank you soo much for these videos ^.^ I never knew I can make it that far but I did,so yey!

[@galinastgeorge6926]

Challenging routine, but makes me feel so good afterwards. Thank you, Leslie! :)

[@carolinetolstad5213]

Loved this one especially! :) It feels so good to begin linking poses and getting into some flow. Much love to you, Lesley! Your videos are so on point!

[@Fightmasteryoga]

That's great! We'll be doing more and more flow through this challenge. :-)

[@CicoinTokyo777]

This was sooo challenge ahahha cant wait for the next lesson. Thank u

[@FlyingTortoiseStudios]

today's quote got me a little. I almost didn't do today - work has me a little drained. Working on a great project but its quite tiring.

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Hardus Jonker It's soooooo awesome that you practiced today even though it was hard to get started. Be proud!

[@bonafidecountryboy1]

I do this before I eat breakfast great way to start ones day,yes?

[@arie4357]

Just finished day 8 of the yoga challenge and feeling great! I always wanted to start doing yoga to help me with, not only my flexibility and strength, but with my mentality. I suffer from depression and mood swings and this has definitely helped me clear my mind and meditate. From one's mind that constantly races and overthinks, I believe yoga is giving me a sense of clarity. Thank you so much! I've even suggested this to my best friend; so I'm hoping she starts it when she has the time. I can't wait to see what else is in store during this journey! :)

[@Fightmasteryoga]

I’m so glad you’re enjoying the program!! Yes, yoga is very helpful calming the mind and is great for depression. Keep up the good Work!!

[@arie4357]

Fightmaster Yoga thank you!! I most definitely will

[@nailingbencher9292]

I continue do it, thanks for keep posting video ,she always in our heart❤️

[@dropeveryfear]

This one is one of my favorites!! Thank you!

[@rokstone11]

I am so enjoying this thank you so so much !

[@janaaustrina4614]

Waiting all day for my yoga moments with you, thank you so much! But found it a bit too quick. Can't really get in the pose right and you are already in another pose :D Thinking about getting a remote to be able to stop the video whenever I feel I need more time....

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Jana Austrina That's a good idea :)

[@shanmakrani6597]

you have very easy moves and its great

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+shan makrani I'm glad you like it :)

[@adrim237]

Thank you so much for this Lesley! It has been a refreshing learning process. :)

[@Faynja]

Whoa this was so hard during but I feel so good after. Day 8 done :)

[@Fightmasteryoga]

😊

[@christinemichielsen9398]

thank you, Lesley! with this one I released some bad emotions

[@Thebibi8]

Lovely as always, thank you dear Lesley ❤️🙏

[@bdoorbader8301]

i very much enjoyed this... thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@Fightmasteryoga]

❤️

[@kiana_shohoudi]

You're the best . 👌💪🌺

[@purple_leaf5770]

I'm doing much better than on day 1!

[@Tuamotu]

Another great video. Thank you so much for this!

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Tuamotu Thank you for joining me :)

This felt really great after day 8 (actually 98 for me :)) of YogaFix 90 :) I am really enjoying having longer classes with you every morning Lesley :)

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Zsuzsanna Benkó Yay! That's wonderful!

[@melodieous00]

Is there going to be anymore videos added?? I've noticed it's only on day 9 and I don't want them to run out; after I finish, I feel so much better and less stressed out! I'm really enjoying it. 😊

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Melodieous It's going to go up to day 30 :)

[@Elli_Nyda]

Hi Lesley, thank you very much for this challenge. I have to admit, I was doing yoga regurally in a class 3 years ago, I stopped and now I am truly a beginner. Your course help me get back to basics and to keep a daily habit at home. But I have two questions, I hope you can answer them: 1. I have terrible posture, my head looks like it's falling forward while standing and while downDog It feels like it's hanging. I try to keep it up, to create a line with my spine. Will it be better from time to time, or do I have to train this thing on it's own? 2. Why do we get up in the end by pressing with the left arm up? Thank you so much

[@laurendavis4132]

I have been loving these beginner yoga classes. I love the ending quotes too. Do you have a link to where I can find the quotes?

[@chantelr9270]

Day eight complete!!!!!!!!

[@karinrandall]

I am enjoying your 30 days of yoga for beginners. (Day 8) Can you please explain why you are called “Fightmaster?” because it seems like such a misnomer for your gentle teaching.

[@matthewyanez5340]

It's her last name.

[@janinadunklau9263]

It's awesome, thanks for doing this ! Greets from Germany 😊

[@jllum]

Savasana is the reason I do yoga. ✌🏻

[@melorahirschman4613]

I was wanting to do the Amazon banner to help you out, but I don't know what that is or how to access it. Thanks for the great videos. I love the back grounds and the calm voice!

[@kristianneknoll6330]

Thank you! 🦋

[@creativegirl377]

Thank you 😊💓

[@NatashaKingston]

I find the transitions very challenging because of my weight hindering both how quickly I can get up and how far forward I can jump my feet when it's time to come to standing from down dog. I don't know if you've dealt with that before but if you have any advice I'm interested!

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Natasha Kingston Yes, it's difficult for a lot of people to get forward from Down dog. The best thing to do is to keep walking forward and you can progressively use fewer and fewer steps. Eventually you can try to jump forward and if you don't make it all the way, then walk the rest of the way forward. :-)

[@rose191991]

beautiful class ❤

[@erikh8685]

Feeling good though it was harder today.

[@MrStevensonScreen]

Thankyou 😊

[@mairinkeohane3024]

🥀🌹🌷absolutely loving the beginners yoga thank you

[@juliahuxoll1543]

You're my morning coffee 😍

[@Fightmasteryoga]

:)

[@SuzyTurner]

I just love today's quote1 It really made me smile :D x

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Suzy Turner That's awesome, thank you!

[@Managamasplymiad]

Is that black shirt you are wearing a yoga shirt? I love the flowy material.

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Joyfulmomof6 Thank you! Yes, I'd call it a yoga shirt...I got it from Kira Grace www.kiragrace.com :-)

[@vernanana1740]

Done with Day8💪. Thank you

[@ruthmaycock]

I currently don't have a yoga mat so am find it really difficult to do downward dog because my feet just slip. Any alternative or suggestions while I wait for a yoga mat? I am loving this course btw, really relaxes me and helps we get to sleep. Thankyou!

[@3kyra10]

I have a hand woven rug that helps me keep my traction. Here's an example: s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/87/2f/5e/872f5e9c6a962be2017047753ad899ee.jpg It's made mostly out of cotton

[@hindbel6421]

amazing video .. thank you :)

[@Fightmasteryoga]

😊

[@arnoldprathap]

Awesome loving it!!

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+prathap umesh Good to hear :)

[@arnoldprathap]

+Fightmaster Yoga :)

[@rachelwebb4066]

Your upward dog summoned a dog! Glad nothing appeared when you did cobra...

[@Fightmasteryoga]

LOL!!! Me too!!! Yikes, I love all creatures, but I wouldn't want to summon a cobra!

[@Tanias001]

Hey Lesley! I'm not sure how to align my hips in the triangle pose. I can touch my toes if I push my hips back, should I avoid that?

[@Fightmasteryoga]

+Tania Bou Samra Thank you for your question. If you hinge forward from the front hip crease you can then touch wherever you reach. Try to keep your torso above your front leg and your front hip under you. You can shift your hips back a little...just be sure you're not trying to force anything. :-)