What is Yin Yoga?
A Yin Yoga class usually consists of a series of passive floor poses that are held between 2 and 5 minutes. To stay as comfortable as possible in the poses, we use blankets, cushions and blocks.
During a Yin Yoga class you work the areas of the body that are especially rich in connective tissues (tendons, ligaments, fascia) in order to eliminate tension, obtain more peace of mind and re-balance your energy.
Yin Yoga symbolizes meditation, depth, immobility and stillness and opposes to Yang Yoga that represents action, superficiality and movement. Both are useful to live well and should be complementary.
Benefits of Yin Yoga
Joints
Relief of joints and ligaments, back and hip pains.
Flexibility
Get more flexibility in your body with muscle stretches.
Blood Circulation
Improve blood circulation through the control of breathing.
Relaxation
Relax your body and mind, increase positive emotions by releasing stress and decreasing anxiety.
Happiness
Living in a healthier way increases happiness by literally stimulating the areas of the brain assigned to it.
Concentration
Develop the capacity for self-observation and self-knowledge through concentration.