Yin Yoga Series - Yoga with Samantha

Yin yoga is: Gravity + body weight + stillness = change

It is a turning inward and quieting the mind and body contrary to our traditional Yang ( energized) ways of life.

Yin yoga postures are held for longer than a traditional yoga class usually 3-5 mins, this class we will begin with 2 mins and work up, and the class moves more slowly. It is a practice that does not leave the floor, no standing asana's in Yin.

Do not mistake the description of a slower class and longer held poses as easier. Yin yoga focuses on stretching the ligaments/fascia/tendons of the body.

Yin Yoga can be a good balancing practice for Athletes who bear a lot of weight on their joints or have abrupt striking pressure on ligaments/tendons, such as those who run.

Yin Yoga involves the use of props. If you are practicing from the wellness space…