Raff's Brain #30: Hot Yoga Problems - Extended Layoff, Coughing Fits, Sweating Out Disease, Apple Watch Fail, & Techno Halloween Soundtrack!

Some rambling thoughts on my drive back from the hot yoga studio. Today's problem(s): Extended Layoff, Coughing Fits, Sweating Out Disease, Apple Watch Fail, & Techno Halloween Soundtrack!

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SUMMARY:
Rob Raffety discusses his return to hot yoga after a severe illness, detailing the challenges he faced. Despite feeling better, he struggled with coughing, maintaining his constitution, and regaining his usual strength. Additionally, his Apple Watch died during the session, preventing him from tracking his exercise. He was also displeased with the techno remixes of classic Halloween songs played by the instructor. Despite these setbacks, Rob remains optimistic about his recovery and plans to increase the frequency of his yoga episodes, aiming for two or three per week.

OUTLINE:
1. Introduction

• Rob Raffety discusses his mixed feelings about returning to hot yoga after recovering from a severe illness.
• Mentions lingering symptoms like a cough and congestion that he’s managing as he returns to his routine.

2. Challenges Faced in Class

• Physical and Mental Struggles: Describes the mental challenge of not wanting to cough in a crowded class and his visualization technique to “sweat out” the illness.
• Impact of Layoff: Reflects on the effects of a three-week break from yoga, including physical fatigue and the need for frequent breaks.
• Difficulty with Poses: Expresses frustration over the struggle to perform certain poses and the overall difficulty of the session.

3. Fitness Tracking Mishap

• Apple Watch Dilemma: Talks about his Apple Watch dying mid-session, preventing exercise tracking.
• Reflection on Tracking Importance: Contemplates the impact of tracking on workout validation and jokes about future historians missing this session in the “official record.”

4. Issues with Music Selection

• Dislike for Playlist Choices: Critiques the techno versions of classic Halloween songs, finding them distracting for yoga.
• Acknowledgment of Instructor’s Efforts: Despite the music, he appreciates the instructor's enthusiasm and the fun Halloween theme.

5. Positive Takeaways and Future Plans

• Optimism for Recovery: Maintains a positive outlook, hoping to increase yoga frequency and regain strength.
• Motivational Message: Concludes with Halloween wishes and a message of turning challenges into growth opportunities.