I Chika-chika Chin Ching

The second requirement to go from no belt to gold sash is to demonstrate two sections of the I Chin Ching. The I Chin Ching is a sister art to yoga. Its a very close sister and a lot of the postures and movements have sanskrit twins.

Some postures resemble breakdancing! I'll get to this one in the coming weeks, but first I started with Section I, which mostly has to do with the hands.

Now I've kept copious notes throughout my training. I even illustrated all the I Chin Ching. They're all organized in a great big binder with dividers and labeled tabs. Yeah, I'm that kid that always got excited about going school supply shopping!

So anyway, all of my I Chin Ching notes are there. The first section of the I Chin Ching is 'easy.' There's no balancing on one leg or on your head. Its simply collecting and moving energy with your hands. Below are my illustrated notes. This section of the I Chin Ching is really meditative for me, and I was happy to return to it.

Hot Yoga Challenge: Day 5
I've surrendered in this practice. I no longer keep count of my place in the 26 postures. I just go with the flow. The sweat rolling off my face and thighs is now welcome instead of draining. Today, the instructor (whose name is Swayn) smiled at me and told me I was glowing. I'm feeling really empowered. I know 5 days does not consistent make, but I feel steady and strong.