Try something new this coming Saturday morning. Yin Yoga has its roots in the Taoist Philosophy of Yin and Yang
and it is practiced to increase our range of motion. Its slower, more meditative approach to yoga, attempts to cultivate awareness of one's inner silence, and bringing to light a universal, interconnecting quality.
Yin yoga poses (or asanas) are generally held for longer periods of time – typically five minutes or much longer per pose – and generally, all poses performed with very little muscular tension. Due to such longer hold-times, yin yoga poses apply gentle tension over time, to the connective tissues, such as tendons, fascia, bones, joints and ligaments, especially those that normally are not exercised very much in a more active style of asana practice.
The aim is to increase circulation in the joints and improve bodily flexibility, as well as tone the parasympathetic nervous system. In doing so, generating a deep, but active relaxation state. Even though the practice of Yin yoga focuses more on the hips-to-knees area of the body, the philosophy of the practice of Yin can be applied to any part of the body that you wish to bring awareness and comfort to.
Yin yoga is suitable for all levels.
Furthermore, Yin Yoga is ideal for the Summer months: This Yoga style offers a more restorative aspect to our yoga practice during the heat of the summer time and encourages us to focus more on breathing and relaxation. With extra heat and longer days, it is easy to dry up, get irritated or exhausted, especially if work and play are not in balance. So, make sure you take time to slow down, make cooling movements, maintain a playful attitude or even close your eyes during your asana practice. Move from your intuition, listen from within, to grow during this season of abundance.
Join us on the 11th of July 2015 at 10:30am.
Teaching: Natasa & Agni
Call us (99811618/99-556445) or email us (info@natasanirouyoga.com / info@yogashalacyprus.com)