Meet yin yoga, the counterpart of all your sweaty vinyasa classes.
Yin yoga poses have oh so many stress-busting benefits.
Visually, these two represent the complementary aspects of opposing sides of a circle.
And as youd expect, yin is, well… not that.
That difference is very intentional.
Yin yoga poses embrace the ease end of the equation, offering both physical and mental release.
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What is yin yoga and what benefits does it offer?
Thinkcamel pose, which is often held for longer than might feel totally comfortable.
And while, yes, the practicecanmake you feel blissed out, it can also challenge you mentally.
Yin allows the mind to rest by producing a dream-like quality to the thoughts.
This is why yin is sometimes the modality used inyoga for sleepormorning yoga.
9 yin yoga poses to try
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Ankle stretch
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Toe squat
3.
Butterfly
4.
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Reclining twist (right and left)
5.
Childs pose
6.
Caterpillar
7.
Straddle (dragonfly)
8.
Sleeping swan
9.
Savasana
Frequently asked yin yoga questions
Whats the best approach to take to yin yoga?
Meant to decrease stress and anxiety, yin yoga poses should be calming.
Its ideal yoga for tight muscles.
Yet while this style can increase flexibility and relaxation, there are times it should be approached with caution.
Is yin yoga okay for beginners?
All you need is ayoga mat, something toclean itwith, and maybe a pillow.
There are plenty of yinyoga videos on YouTubeyou can follow along to.
The come-as-you-are philosophy also makes yin yoga quite approachable.
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