Sisu Fitness

Really progress comes when we no longer stress about the outcomes and start enjoying the process!

Nearly a year now of pairing yoga before my meditation practice each morning with Manchi. Most days, he climbs right onto my mat, and I’ve learned to flow around him or sometimes right over him. He’s become part of the practice, part of the presence.

Yesterday, I tried paddle board yoga for the first time. Manchi watched from the dock curious, calm. But today, as I paddled away, he ran straight into the water and hopped right on board. I figured he’d sink us if I tried to practice with him, but instead of kicking him off, I let the moment guide us.

We paddled out together, surrounded by water, birds, and quiet. And then, like at home, I began a few sun salutations. As always, Manchi claimed the center of my “mat,” this time floating in the middle of the lake.

It turned into one of the most peaceful, grounding practices we’ve shared. Yoga and meditation have helped me connect more deeply with my breath, with stillness, and with him. The discipline has created space for more patience, awareness, and play.

To anyone who’s ever thought about starting a practice it doesn’t have to be perfect, or even quiet. It just has to be yours. Begin with 5 minutes. Breathe. Feel. Let yourself be where you are. You never know how far it might take you or who might come along for the ride.