After trying out the yoga in the Virtual Yoga Session, I have realized that yoga is not for me. Now, I do not want to discount yoga. Yoga’s focus on meditation, breathing, and mind-body connections establishes mindfulness and can be a great stress reliever. Throughout the session, I was open to the instructor’s words and actions, and I did feel more awake than when the session began. But, I am not partial towards a slow-paced workout that is meant to be relaxing. I am someone who likes to feel my heart race, my muscles burn, and adrenaline rush through me. My preferences tend towards strenuous exercise that allows me to be a bit aggressive. This is how I relieve my stress and tune out what is plaguing my mind. That’s why I am a part of Cornell’s tae kwon do club. I did not dislike the session; there is overlap between the yoga and tae kwon do. In both I have to be focused and completely aware of my body so that my body does what I want it to. And, for tae kwon do, there is the added element of analyzing what my opponent is doing and how I should respond; there is strategy and quick decision-making involved. I like these aspects of tae kwon do, and for this reason, I am committed to it. During the session, I saw moments where these two types of exercise intersect. It was a good opportunity for me to explore other types of exercise and I encourage my peers to try out something new. You do not have to like it after trying it out; you only have to be open to it. Yoga was not my style, but I am certain others enjoyed it. After today, I have a better understanding of why I love tae kwon do and why other people love yoga.