Meditation is like working out or yoga in that it is your own practice. There are a few guidelines or principles to follow but after that you get to make the rules on how it best serves you. You can be in any position, you can do it for any length of time, and most importantly, you choose your intention on what you want to get out of it.

 

I didn't really start meditating until I started at Infinity Personal Training as a wide eyed newbie trainer ready to soak up anything and everything. Here, the owner Ray, taught me more about it and how it can lower your stress levels, get you out of your negative mindset, and help you control your emotions while dealing with stressful situations.I also became aware that the research is very clear on meditation and that it has lasting results on the mind and the body. One study concluded found that mindfulness meditation "was effective in decreasing mood disturbance and stress symptoms in both male and female patients with a wide variety of cancer diagnoses, stages of illness, and ages."

 

So, I immediately downloaded an app and added this practice to my daily routine. No exaggeration, this stuff worked instantly. As soon as I started meditating I saw instant results. I was much more productive with my time, I was more engaged with the people I was with, and I just felt better overall. It was inane! I became obsessed. Sure, there were/are some days where my mind is all over the place and I don't think I got as much out of it as I should of. However, the key is to be as consistent as possible!

 

Now I plan my meditation time after my workout to help me lower my heart rate and restore my breathing back to normal so my body can begin to recover ASAP. Another plus, since I exercise in the mornings, it also allows me to set my intentions for the day and in turn be much more productive! Oh ya, I also meditate in any pose I want and they range from sitting upright on a bench

or my all time fave, laying on the ground with my feet up on a bench or wall.