Yogi met maatje meer laat iedereen versteld staan

Instagram staat bomvol plaatjes van slanke en atletische deernes die zich in de meest onmogelijke bochten wringen. Resultaat: we zien groen van jaloezie. De Amerikaanse Dana Falsetti laat daarentegen zien dat yoga voor iedereen is, ook voor dames met een maatje meer.

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Liesbeth

Gepubliceerd op 16 Februari 2016 om 11h00Leestijd 4 min.

Tijdens haar tienerjaren woog het meisje uit Pennsylvania 136 kilogram. Zelfs toen ze meer dan dertig kilo vermagerde, voelde ze zich nog steeds slecht in haar vel.

"Vroeger deed ik bepaalde dingen niet omdat ik te zwaar was, en ik gebruikte dat als excuus voor alles in mijn leven", vertelt Falsetti. "In de plaats bleef ik me volproppen en de koelkast plunderen. Pas toen ik ging verder studeren en besefte dat ik met een eetbuienstoornis te kampen had, besloot ik een nieuw weg in te slaan."

Dankzij yoga kon ze haar zelfvertrouwen langzaamaan opnieuw opbouwen. Om haar passie voor de sport met anderen te delen, plaatst ze dagelijks foto's en video's op haar Instagramaccount. En met succes, want ze heeft ondertussen al meer dan 142.000 volgers verzameld.

This West Coast adventure (an understatement) is coming to a close, but I have some workshops coming up that I'm looking forward to! They are a mix of inversions, arm balances, and fundamentals. Always open to all levels, all beginner friendly. If you feel like you want to attend but don't feel ready yet, that means you should come. All you have to do is show up and bring an open mind. You can sign up through the link in my bio! Upcoming Workshops: Alexandria, VA (sold out). New Orleans, LA. Philadelphia, PA. Denver, CO. If I'm not hitting a city near you yet, you can always practice with me at home on @codyapp! I'll be announcing many more workshops as the year progresses. Photo by @brookemichellej. Bikini by @aerie.

A photo posted by Dana Falsetti (@nolatrees) on Feb 10, 2016 at 2:15pm PST

Over the last few days I've gotten countless messages about how to start practicing, where you can take my classes, etc. First of all of you want to start practicing, just do it. Go to a class even if you feel insecure, find some classes online and don't be afraid to let them kick your ass in the best way, make it happen because you deserve that time for self care. I can't help you make the time for it, but I can give you resources. Last week I launched my @codyapp plan that I am so honored to share. This plan includes my wrist and shoulder routine, posture break downs in simple language, an awesome strength building class to give you a solid foundation, and flows to put it all together. It's great for beginners, for those in bigger bodies and all bodies, for seasoned practitioners, for everyone. The coolest part about @codyapp is that I can interact with you as you log the classes, so I'm available online to answer any questions along the way. Today's Riverside CA workshop is sold out, but I have upcoming workshops in Alexandria VA, New Orleans, Philly, and Denver! Sign up through the link in my bio. xx

A photo posted by Dana Falsetti (@nolatrees) on Feb 7, 2016 at 8:50am PST

When I practice, I make time to honor myself and my body. I forgive so I can grow. Because of my practice, I can stand confidently and know that I am worthy of happiness and love. Your turn. Photo by @matthias.khan

A photo posted by Dana Falsetti (@nolatrees) on Feb 1, 2016 at 5:17pm PST

goodnight ?

A photo posted by Dana Falsetti (@nolatrees) on Jan 12, 2016 at 7:17pm PST

When I started practicing, wheel was one of my (many) nemesis poses. Not only were my shoulders tight, they were weak as well. I could barely lift to the top of my head let alone all the way up. It felt impossible, like really impossible. This was early on in my practice when I was so sure my body would limit me. The first time I ever came into wheel my little brother and sister actually helped lift me up because I didn't have the strength... and the first time I lifted on my own I felt like a superhero. Practice changes everything. Mind, body, and spirit. It creates space for possibility in all three, and that's one of many reasons why I continue to show up.

A photo posted by Dana Falsetti (@nolatrees) on Jan 7, 2016 at 5:49pm PST

Surrounded by miles of ice and mountains and snow and antelope and bison at the salt lake. Utah is freaking beautiful.

A photo posted by Dana Falsetti (@nolatrees) on Jan 2, 2016 at 4:02pm PST

My beliefs have shifted. I don't believe in time or limits. I do believe in endless possibilities, I do believe we are all capable of more than we'll ever realize. When I don't believe in myself, I have discipline to keep me strong. And that's why I love to prove myself wrong. I've been doing it for the last year or so, and I will continue until I truly believe I know nothing. ? @brookemichellej

A photo posted by Dana Falsetti (@nolatrees) on Dec 31, 2015 at 3:47pm PST