I used to be a gymnast. I was used to a daily routine that included a whole lot of stretching, could do all of my splits (those were the days) and always won the class sit and reach challenge in high school. While my flexibility is still above average, I added the "stretch everyday for one month" to my list to remind myself to (1) stay physically flexible and (2) to find activities, people and things that stretch me mentally as well. Within the last couple months I have moved into a new role at work that has given me a lot of opportunity to stretch -- to learn new work styles, to think big and to stretch myself in a new environment. I have sought out conversations with folks that stretch my mind and horizons and have pushed me to think differently.
I have also physically stretched myself in terms of working out and have tried out a few new fun classes - I wrote briefly about trying out Crossfit for the first time, went to a Vixen dance workout class (picture to the left) and tried out a few Define Mind classes in which you do inversions in silks - hanging upside down and doing inversions stretches your body to new places and adds valuable new perspective. Over the last month, I have also made a conscious effort to stretch everyday and to improve my flexibility, my splits are looking (pretty) good! I have enjoyed challenging myself to stretch each and every day, whether physically or mentally, and hope I have created a habit that will stay with me.
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