Melissa Ventosa Martin: I’m so happy we did this!
There are certain places where I feel I can unwind and be healthier.
Do you feel different in New York compared to Nashville?
Lily Aldridge: I love both cities, but I definitely feel more at home in Nashville!
MVM: Tell me about the workout we did today.
I know you did yoga with Lauren throughout your pregnancy, so you must have a special bond there.
Yoga is so good for your body and soul.
MVM: What’s the most challenging part of doing Lauren’s yoga class?
LA: It’s a fast-paced yoga classand it can get very hot.
But you feel so good during and after it!
MVM: Your daughter, Dixie, just turned three yesterday.
(Happy birthday, Dixie!)
As a mom to a three-year-old, how do you stay focused and on track with your fitness?
What advice can you give to other moms?
LA: It’s important to take time out for yourself.
I think that is one thing every mom feels guilty about…but it’s so important.
MVM: Tell us about your post-baby fitness.
What did you do to get back in shape and how long did it take?
It took about four months after Dixie was born for me to feel like myself again.
I worked really hard and it was nice to set a goal.
MVM: You travel a ton.
How much does it interfere with your fitness and health goals?
LA: I have a go at work out four or five days a week, no matter what.
MVM: Do you feel your workout look is an extension of your personal style?
How would you describe it?
LA: I like black sleek workout clothes with pops of bright color.
Check out Lauren’s insights below.
Child’s Pose
Child’s Pose connects your body and breath.
I love to start Lily in this pose because it gives her an opportunity to land in the moment.
It’s an opportunity for her to check in with her body and breath.
This posture is also great to use as a resting pose at anytime during practice.
We hold this pose for 10 long, deep breaths.
Plank Pose
Plank is a posture of power and strength.
What I love about yoga is that each posture engages your whole body and this one is very effective.
Plank builds strength in the upper and lower body.
You are using your abdominals, arms, chest and legs.
We usually hold this pose for 5-10 breaths several times through out the practice.
Photo Credit: Matthew Simmons
