Yin Yoga for Recovery

Yin yoga is a style of Yoga that focuses on stretching the deep connective tissue of the body, including the fascia. This typically involves holding postures for longer periods of time, typically 3-5 minutes. It therefore contrasts with more dynamic styles of yoga such as vinyasa flow which involves moving more quickly between poses.

The long holds in yin yoga also offer a contrast to other movement modalities such as strength training and cardio, offering a deep stretch of the fascia and other connective tissue, releasing tension and improving mobility. It's therefore well suited to post workout recovery, physically and mentally.

You can expect each class to involve the use of props to support movement into and out of passive shapes (blocks, blankets, straps), making it possible to sit with the discomfort for longer periods. Unlike dynamic movement practices, the challenge from yin can often be found in the stillness it encourages us to cultivate. Breathing and meditative practices will be used to aid your sense of presence, support you to navigate discomfort and access a deeper sense of relaxation.

Some of the many associated benefits of yin practice include: Increases flexibility,
improves range of motion, eases aches and pains, improves posture, speeds up recovery, reduces injuries, increases breath efficiency, improves focus an concentration, reduces anxiety, builds discipline, relieves stress, calms the mind, promotes relaxation and restorative sleep, boosts creativity.