While my main fitness focus until March 28th is training my ass off for the Publix Savannah Half Marathon, my mind and muscles need some love too.

There is a lot going on over here these days. Lord knows my tight shoulders and my constantly tight hips could use some relaxation and time on the mat. While I’d love to have a massage on a weekly basis to help work out the knots, money doesn’t grow on trees. Instead of weekly massages or a personal masseuse, for far less money, I’ve found that a daily yoga practice helps significantly.

Luckily, I was inspired by many of my friends on Instagram to join the #TakeTheLeap yoga challenge, hosted by prAna and FitApproach. The challenge is one of the simpler ones I’ve seen which I absolutely love. There aren’t challenging, intimidating poses. Instead, it means finding the yoga move that is right for your body each day and committing to practicing daily. If you want daily inspiration, feel free to join the Facebook group and follow along on social media (#taketheleap #sweatpink #prana @prana @fitapproach)

As you guys know, I’ve been consistently practicing yoga on an average of once per week since this Summer. I’m lucky to have a studio in Geneva that I love and friends who enjoy making Monday night yoga a social event. But, the rest of the nights, I have been melting into my mat for 5-10 minutes. Paired with a scented candle, some relaxing lavender oil and dimmed lights, it’s the perfect way to relax before bed.

In fact, here are a few which I’ve done over the past few days before bed.

Yoga for Bed with Tara Stiles (3:13 seconds)

Routine for a Deep Sleep with Tara Stiles (11:04)

Yoga for Tight Hips (4:59 seconds)

10 Minute Pre-Bedtime Yoga Routine (10:00)

Yoga for Runners, Cyclists and Triathletes (5:14 seconds)

While I know it’s already two days into the challenge, which runs from February 2nd to March 8th, it is never too late to join!

Do you have a favorite yoga routine or YouTube video that you follow when you practice at home?