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Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga postures gently stretch and rehabilitate the connective tissues around our joints. This is a gentle practice where in all the postures are practiced on the floor. A Yin practice quiets the mind and allows for an inward experience of yoga that enhances peace, healing and well-being. Yin is a wonderful complement to Yang yoga practices. Yin is appropriate for beginners and all levels.

What is Yin Yoga?

Although yin yoga is growing in popularity, in the West it is still less known compared to its yang counterpart. Most yoga practiced in the West is yang in nature. Through movement and repetition, Yang Yoga stimulates the muscles in the body, encouraging strength and physical health. In contrast, Yin stretches and rehabilitates the connective tissues of the body (i.e., hips, thighs, lower spinal region),  aiding in the maintenance and health of the joints.

The Yin Practice

Yin Yoga is a prefect complement to the more vigorous styles of yang. It provides a deeper stretch targeting those areas that are often difficult to reach and, over time, a yin practice can lengthen the connective tissues and increase range of motion. Because connective tissue does not stretch like muscle, in a Yin practice, the postures are performed with the muscles relaxed and the poses are held for several minutes at a time. Yin is appropriate for beginners and all levels of yoga experience.

Benefits of Yin Yoga

  • Increases in flexibility of connective tissues and maintains the health of joints
  • Relieves back pain
  • Slows the signs of aging
  • Regulates energy levels (chi)
  • Cultivates inward experience
  • Improves well-being
  • Reduces stress and anxiety
  • Improves concentration

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