Welcome to day 5 of the challenge, let me know how you get on with today’s peak pose ☺️ I’ll also be posting a tutorial on shorts to help you improve your crow pose.

@elizabethlloyd3013

6 ай бұрын

I can’t check the boxes on the calendar. Only 1 and 2 had mysteriously checked even though nothing happened when I touched the box I’m just writing it in my journal which day it is Am I doing something wrong?

@user-gn4tf3ip5r

6 ай бұрын

Thank you Charlie! It was a bit challenging but I did it and it feels so powerful ❤ Have a nice day!

@suzanndoherty2438

6 ай бұрын

The shorts really help. TY

@CharlieFollows

6 ай бұрын

Hi did you duplicate the calendar? You need to duplicate it to be able to edit it. @@elizabethlloyd3013

@milfrie

6 ай бұрын

You might want to mention next time if you look forward in crow pose a little bit. It can be a big difference for some of us

I still can't make it. After blaming myself for years for "not being able to do a crow's pose," I've decided to stop complaining and surrender to the only thing I can control: not to stop trying. Maybe that's all that matters. Thank you Charlie, one day more, for your beautiful and encouraging energy 🧡

@CharlieFollows

6 ай бұрын

This inspired me so much! What an incredible thought - the only thing I can control - to not stop trying. Thank you for sharing that 💜 I hope lot's of people read it and feel as inspired as I do by your attitude 🙏

@palmareal13

6 ай бұрын

same here... I just cannot master crow pose even after 10+ years of practicing yoga. And indeed we shouldn't beat ourselves up over it. Took me some time to accept this too. And not giving up is a super power in my eyes. 💪😉

@JA-qs5be

5 ай бұрын

Same here. I’ve been trying for 2 years now (not very consistently though but alot of work on upper body!)🌷

@sarafl8633

5 ай бұрын

Ok I felt really frustrated after feeling like I can’t trust strength in my arms to lift myself up, and I really wanted to do it but also not trying to hurt my elbow. I’m practicing yoga for almost 5month now and thank you for reminding me again some practices take more time to master ❤

@jacobe8688

4 ай бұрын

I havent tried as long as you folks, just occasionally but your comments made me feel better about my non crowing.

This series is really perfect, I always search for this kind of videos to progress towards some peak poses that I'm working on and here I find everything : splits, backbends, arm balances... Can't wait to do this class tomorrow !

@CharlieFollows

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! When I was planning the challenge this was what everyone was asking for so it's really encouraging to know that you are enjoying working on peak poses.

Oh my God Charlie! You just got me to do the crow pose! For the first time in my life! And I'd tried so many times before and didn't even come close! I am so grateful! I love this challenge you've started! Thank you!❤

@CharlieFollows

6 ай бұрын

Oh wow this is incredible! Thank you so much for sharing your moment with me, I'm so happy for you ☺️

@jolandamelville3233

6 ай бұрын

How? I tried for Years and can't lift my feet for more than 2 sec Just weak arms I guess

@samtarighat2179

6 ай бұрын

I don't know, I guess it was the sequence of mini poses that Charlie practiced before jumping into the crow. I have to admit that I could hold it for a very short time but only days before I couldn't even go past resting my knees on my arms! before!

@dolphinloser6546

6 ай бұрын

​@@jolandamelville3233it took me about 6 months of daily crow pose attempts to finally get it, and even after that I can only hold for a few seconds now. The piece of advice that helped me most was that you're moving your head forwards, not down, but even with that it took practicing the pose daily (first on my feet fully, then on tiptoes, then lifting) to get to a few seconds. Don't give up! It can be demotivating but there's a way to achieve it!

@6732Louise

6 ай бұрын

@@dolphinloser6546oh my goodness I tried sending my head forwards and that worked immediately! I held the pose for the first time! That you! 😊

OMG I did Crow pose for the very first time!! It was only for a moment but if I can do it for a moment I can get better! Thank you so much Charlie for guiding me 💖

Consecutively 5 days on the mat.. really feel proud of myself😊. Although i couldn't hold the crow pose properly.. may be someday with practice gradually i will be able to.

I just realized something that makes your classes so special. There's a way you format your classes, building up to a challenging key pose, but with patient and kind guidance and allowing us students to trust you and ourselves that make your classes so encouraging. I wasn't able to do a crow pose today, but I was excited that I tried as best as I could with your guidance! Another great class, Charlie!

@katfox678

6 ай бұрын

Yes!!! I’ve done many harder poses for the first time with her guidance. And you are absolutely right, she helps your body prepare and build up for a challenging pose. It feels amazing!

I don't know if it's just me but this class flew by! Sometimes I find myself checking how long is left when I'm having a hard time. Not today! I couldn't believe we got to the end "so soon". I love the special care on the wrists.Thank you Charlie. See you tomorrow for Day 6, Day 5 in!!

When I saw "upper body" I didn't expect my poor little flatbutt to have to work so hard:P just finished Charlie's first 30 day challenge about a week ago, and it seems this one is going to offer the same opportunities to really challenge myself! Super excited

I've spent six years of personal yoga practice believing I would never be able to do crow pose.. you have proved me wrong. I'm finding each day of this challenge is helping me to find my confidence, as i near the end of my 200 Yoga teacher training. ♥️ see you tomorrow Charlie!! 😊

I hope you also do a series of longer classes like 60 minutes classes. It’s so comforting practicing with your videos & your soothing voice and all the natural sounds.

I did a little inner happy dance when you announced today's peak pose. I love anything Crow Pose 😂. The build up towards this arm balance was just perfect! Thank you 💓

@CharlieFollows

6 ай бұрын

Own this made me so happy to read! I know arm balances aren't for everyone, but I think they can leave us feeling so accomplished when we work on them. I'm glad you enjoyed the build up to crow.

That was amazing! I have chronic wrist and hip pain from old injuries, but following the challenge for just five days has made a massive difference! I couldn't believe it when I was able to do the crow pose. My wrists feel pain free and strong for the first time in years. And my hips are finally feeling aligned, my lower body is releasing tension I didn't know was there. You are the best instructor I have ever seen!

OMG. That was the first time I dared to do the crow pose. Even if it didn't quite work out, it's still a start. Tomorrow, however, the backs of my upper arms will probably be green and blue. 😅 Is it just me that it really hurts or is it always like this at the beginning? But it's amazing what you've shown us in the first 5 days. Best challenge ever!!!

@fumoblu_

6 ай бұрын

mine also hurt so bad!!

@JeenaSulaikha-hd8wy

6 ай бұрын

Mine already turned green😅 is this expected @charliefollows ? Also my knee kept wobbling around on the back of my forearm so I really couldn't balance myself. Any tips?

@antytaa

6 ай бұрын

It hurts so bad hahaha

I really struggle to do crow pose with my knees on my arms. I feel like I can only achieve crow is my knees are turned out quite a bit and the meaty parts of my inner knees rest on my elbows. That being said, I think trying the way I struggle with, today is the closest I’ve gotten! Maybe a second of balance before coming down?! Anyway, thank you, Charlie! Your classes are so interesting and challenging and fun, which has been lacking in my yoga classes at the gym for quite some time now. I never thought I had it in me to practice at home. You are the bees knees!

@AW-uv3cb

6 ай бұрын

I had the same thing - partly because I thought that was the right way to do crow haha, partly because it was also stretching the legs, but also because sticking my knees right into my upper arm muscle was simply painful. But I was able to change it after some trial and error and it's much better now. I find that it's less painful if I put my knees higher up on my arms, not so close to the elbows. I'll start trying to shift it lower gradually. Good luck to you!

Never thought I’d actually be able to lift my feet up but they definitely hovered off the mat for a good 10 seconds. Thanks x

Thank you Charlie , I can’t do the crow pose yet but I love how you guide in each step , perfect practice . Love it so much ❤❤❤

Hey Charlie. thank you for this day 5. Beyond the challenge, this is a great lesson in releasing abdominal tension and my belly says "thank you". The crow🦅 is becoming my friend and I manage to hold the position for a few seconds. a big hug da Laura🤗

That was really good. I held the pose for about 4 seconds, I was pretty happy because it's been about 15 years since I practiced that. Thank you for day #5🙂

I loved the approach to crow!! Every class is a great surprise!! Thank you!! 🏵

Really loving these short daily videos! Thank you 🙏🏻

I did it! Tips: watch full video and then specific Crow steps several times before practice. Then, as someone suggested below, don't look straight down into the floor look down but towards the front, just as Charlie does!

Hi Charlie, thanyou once again. I missed yesterday due to it being my precious Dads funeral. I'd like to thank you for giving me a focus during these difficult days. A little time each day to spend time on my mat. Ive completed both Day 4 & 5 today. Just what I needed thankyou. Crow pose - my nemesis :)

@AW-uv3cb

6 ай бұрын

So sorry about your Dad...

I've been doing yoga for 3 or 4 years now and this was easily my most successful Crow. Definitely one of my favorite instructors and challenge series so far.

Almost attained crow pose Thank you Charlie for such great work up to it Day 5 completed.Namaste from Australia .Looking forward to Day 6💛

YES!! Finally I've started to be more confident with crow pose! 😃

@CharlieFollows

6 ай бұрын

Amazing! Thank you for sharing your progress 🙏

@mica_solo_viaggi

6 ай бұрын

@@CharlieFollows why don't you plan a yoga retreat in England countryside? I'd love it!🤩

My 8 year old and I do classes together. She is still novice but loves trying. Your classes are great to do together. thank you.

Thank you Charlie. I cant seem to find a happy place for my knees in my upper arms for entry level crow but I will persevere. I am inspired by the comments below. Thank you all.

13:00 minutes in , This is by far the most thorough explanation for crow pose 🕉️⚡️🥋

Crow is my current goal so I'm really happy with today's lesson. Definitely gonna come back to it later. Thank you! Can't wait for day 6!

@CharlieFollows

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for joining me I’m glad your goal came up in day 5’s peak pose flow.

I think I want to save this one and keep trying crow. I definitely couldn’t make it. But I’ve come a long way. Malasana is way more effortless than when I started practicing. Arm and core strength are a longer road for me. These comments are inspiring me to keep trying.

Wow what a challenge today. I am always so intimidated by "crow pose" , it was always a struggle to even find to correct position, to lift one feet of the ground without fall with all my body on the floor. But today I was able to lift my right leg then my left leg of the ground and then even my two legs (ok for half a second but still haha). Yoga really teach me to never give up and work on strength and position again and again. I love the little everyday wins like that. Thank you so so so much for day 5 !!!

Thank you, Charlie ❤️ all this challenge is wonderful, thank you for all that you for us 😊

Loved the challenge! I love the long breathing sessions at the end , they really calm me down ! Day 5 Down ❤

today I learned the importance of eating a good breakfast. I did this 3 hours after eating breakfast and I didn’t have a good breakfast today, and man I could tell! I felt so low energy and had to take several breaks I’m sure it’s also due that I didn’t have time to do these classes for 4 days that’s also effecting me strongly but none the less I finished the video!

Thanks Charlie. This was way beyond what I imagine to be able to do as a beginner 😅, but I like getting familiar with and I am sure with more practice and dedication it is achievable. Thanks for the challenge ❤. See you tomorrow!

Thank you for this class on the crow pose Charlie. I found I was, able to get into the pose and stay for a couple seconds. 😊 I haven't attempted this pose in many years, so happy I was able to achieve a version of it. Warming up the wrists was a super way to start the class. I'm so much enjoying the series so far. 😊

Been doing yoga for a while, first time crow got explained so well that I could at least lift one foot at a time, next time both! Thank you!

Super proud I made it to day 5. Hopefully I can make it to the end 🤞

@CharlieFollows

6 ай бұрын

I'm so proud of you too! Thank you for your consistency with the challenge 🙏

While i was discouraged about not being able to do crow's pose, this was my first ever attempt. For me, it wasnt necessarily a strength issue, it just felt SO uncomfortable having my knees dig into my arms. Rather than trying to be a hero and force it, it did the modified pose and focused on the fact that ive been doing yoga with you for 5 days consecutively and was able to do all of the other poses. Thank you for these videos. Youre inspiring me and these practices have become an important part of my daily self care.

I cried at the end of this class because I was finally able to hold crow pose after years and years of my practice, telling myself I couldn’t do it. There is something about the way you encouraged us to use momentum and the positioning of the knees and hands that just seemed to click for me. Thank you so much. I can’t wait for the next class.

@CharlieFollows

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your breakthrough moment. I'm so happy this class and the way it set you up for crow helped you get there. Thank you for joining me and for sharing your experience 🙏

It's hard to find words for your beautiful teachings. Thank you : )

from japan! I got first challenge as Crow pose! it was success! im so glad your voice is so kind and gentle.thanks again

Charlie I knew you had something challenging up your sleeve! lol... Although I couldn't master the crow pose, the first variation with my toes on the floor was good enough. I'll continue trying the pose until I successfully complete it. As always, THANK YOU for another rejuvenating session and I look forward to the rest of the challenge.

What a great first week thank you!!🙏🏼

Loved the flow of this class! I only lifted off for a few seconds but it still felt rewarding. Thank you for a great class as always

Good good morning ☀️!! Charlie Day 5 ✅ from my today’s DO list. So I’m starting the day pretty dam well 😛. Have a wonderful evening 🌅 🌙 ✌🏻🙏. Now let’s do some breakfast and go to work 🤘🏻 see ya!

@CharlieFollows

6 ай бұрын

Amazing, I'm so happy you got your day off to a great start. Thanks for sharing your positivity here.

Thank you very much! It was a lovely practice! Nailed crow pose, but it was challenging to bring the heels so high 🥹

@CharlieFollows

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for joining me for day of the challenge 🙏

Thank you Charlie! Good jod everyone!

Thank you for another lovely class! Blessings into your week.

Oi Charlie. Estou adorando as aulas desse desafio. Parabéns 🎉

I love your style and practice! So refreshing.

Ive always wanted to do a flow that will eventually help me achieve challenging poses. Thank you for this ❤

I’ve started the 30 day challenge this week! Your yoga classes challenge and agree with my body so much! Thank you for this yoga style 😊

I started two months later 😅 It's better to start now then never! Day 5 - done ✓

Day 5 done!!! Crow pose was definitely challenging… I need to practice it more to get to your level Charlie. Thank you

I enjoyed the quick visit to crow, still can't quite get crane but I'm working on it. See you tomorrow.

Thanku Charlie

Thank you

Gratitude everyone

Thank you.

More challenging than I expected. Thank you

Loved every minute of it!! Thanks girl!

The peak poses are very helpful. I've done everyday so far. I always do about 20-30 minutes yoga in the morning. Doing your flow as an late afternoon practice during the work week. Thank you very much.

Thanks again! Crow Pose though really! I tried!🤣

@CharlieFollows

6 ай бұрын

Thank you for practicing with me ☺️

Très CHALLENGING séance. Merci Charlie!🙏🧡💛

@CharlieFollows

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for practicing with me ☺️

Thanks, Charlie. My body and mind have been going through some changes lately that have made it hard to push past the fear factor, even in bakasana, which was always my favourite. Today I managed crow jumpback, which I have not been able to get into a mindset for. I appreciate your help getting there.

Thank you ❤

Thank you 💜

I had to stop for a few days, but I'm back to complete the challenge.

@CharlieFollows

6 ай бұрын

Thank you for rejoining the challenge, it's great to have you back here 😊

Thanku

That was fun! I actually got a little airtime with one leg at a time. Thank you!

Thank you and have a great Friday.

Hi Charlie, thank you for time! I have diastasis (after my baby was born) and to come back is not easy but I so happy with your lessons ❤

Thanku you Charlie ❤

Thank you!

Thank you so much

Thank you! 💖

thank you 🙏🏼😊

I've never done crow before, but I did today! I always though it was way beyond what I was capable of, but I actually held myself for a couple of seconds!

I agree!! I progressed a lot more than I did in the past. By the way, although I am a long-time practitioner, I had simultaneous bilateral Total Knee Replacement a few years back. I still do yoga every day. Apart from some adjustments around kneeling, hips sitting on toes are not accessible, but everything else is. Thank you 🙏 I live in Port Macquarie, Australia

Thank you so much 🙏 you are an amazing teacher 💖

The perfect sequence to start my week with a powerful umph - thank you Charlie!!

So grateful for this challenge Charlie, Namaste :)

Perfect pratice, thank you Charlie❤

Thank you dear Charlie for an other amazing practice! Love the way you prepared for crow, happy to joy you in this 30 day challenge ! Have a blessed day!!! ❤❤❤❤

Thank you miss Charlie I really enjoyed this class I had a lot of fun I really love Crow pose thank you so much miss Charlie you rock ✌️

Thanks Charlie

A very juicy sequence. Loved it! Thank you Charlie! Hugs, Diana

Thank you Charlie,love it ,awesome 🌻🙏🤩

This was such a great sequence leading up to crow. I am sending this one to my girls as well, they ve trying to get into crow😊

Thank you ❤️💕 I’ll continue to work on my crow pose!

I know it’s not the only purpose of the practice but it made me so happy being able to do crow pose. I’ve only managed it once before and I’m sure my form is far from perfect but getting there for a second or so was a great feeling. As with many positions, it’s about making it work for you; I put more thought into my placement and had more space because my body proportions are a little strange but it worked for me :)

Thank you, @charliefollows for a well designed brief yoga routine. As always, with your classes, I find little useful hacks - new and well forgotten:) Thank you

Hi, Thanks Charlie . You are really awesome.

Never held a crow for so long!♡ thank you charlie

Been following the yoga challenge and loving it ❤ thank you for this! I feel amazing after 💘

@CharlieFollows

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for joining me for the challenge ☺️

Big tnx for the day5 flows. Like it so much

so charming Charlie and enjoyable practice. Love it

Amazing!