This class takes a deeper dive into the first principle of effective Yin Yoga practice – finding the right amount of sensation in the pose aka finding your edge. Having the right edge helps achieve the physical benefits of the practice namely to exercise and strengthen connective tissue – more sensation in Yin Yoga is NOT better.
A simple and effective relaxation / meditation exercise is offered to help slow down racing thoughts and create an internal space where calm can enter easily.
Physically this class focuses on the backline of fascia in the body (calves, hamstrings, back) and it’s suitable for all levels.
Poses and their target area / benefits include:
- Sad Poet (lengthen calves)
- Half Butterfly (lengthen hamstrings)
- Supported Fish / Mountain Brook (gentle lower back compression, opening of chest and abdomen)
- Supported Side Twist (gently compress back / spine tissue – think wringing out dish cloth gently)
Props Needed Include
- A bolster or couch cushion (two if you have them but not absolutely necessary)
- Two blocks (or thick books)
- A blanket (or towel)