Yin Yoga

A practice that contrasts yet compliments the more yang type of other yoga disciplines & other styles of exercise. In Yin Yoga the use of muscles are kept to a minimum, where in regular yoga they are used at the maximum. Instead, Yin Yoga targets the body’s connective tissue, ligaments, tendons, joints, bones & the facial tissue network.

If one only practices dynamic forms of exercise like Hatha Vinyasa, weight training, etc, you might gain muscle strength but not a wider range of motion. Muscles are Yang tissue: they are quick to warm and stretch but also quick to cool down, and if you don’t practice for a few days there is a decline in flexibility and strength.

This is why it is so important to add a Yin practice to work deep into the connective tissue, and activate rejuvenation at a deeper level. As the quality of the connective tissue improves more flexibility, and range of motion improves and last much longer.

Stress is also held deep in the body’s tissue, Yin Yoga stimulates the endocrine system, nervous systems, organs, and the brain. This can result in hormonal balance and more balanced emotions.

Yin Yoga is for everyone and anyone. Props are used as needed to help the body stay in Yin postures, and modifications are always shown. Breath is a big part of Yin Yoga, as well as coming into stillness, plus relaxing in the Yin Asanas for longer holds. At the end of the class leave feeling refreshed, more flexible, at peace with yourself and your inner and outer body. Yin is another holistic type of practice whether you are flexible or not.

We appreciate you trying out this new form of yoga class, and look forward to connecting with you! Thank you so much for supporting the Hive🙏🏽