
YIN YOGA
Yin yoga is based on the Taoist concept of yin and yang, opposite and complementary principles in nature. Yin is the stable, unmoving,
hidden aspect of things; yang is the changing, moving, revealing aspect. A Yin yoga class usually consists of a series of long-held, passive floor poses that mainly work the lower part of the body – the hips, pelvis, inner thighs, lower spine. These areas are especially rich in connective tissues. The poses are held for up to five minutes, sometimes longer.
Benefits of a regular Yin yoga practice
– Calms and balances the mind and body
– Reduces stress and anxiety
– Increases circulation
– Improves flexibility
– Releases fascia and improves joint mobility
– Balances the internal organs and improves the flow of chi or prana