Yin yoga is a slower, quieter form of yoga. Poses are held longer (sometimes up to five minutes each), and focus on the connective tissue--ligaments, tendons and fascia--around the joints. The intention is to increase blood flow and circulation in the joints, thus increasing flexibility and range of motion. Also, by embracing stillness, yogis learn to cultivate an “inner witness”, that is, the ability to observe what arises within without feeling the need to fix it, reject it, judge it or deny it. More flexible body, more flexible mind!
By Ally Hamilton on Apr 26, 2017
Want to get right to it? Me, too. Get into your hips and hamstrings from all possible directions as you breathe deeply. If you want to really chill but also deeply open, this is for you. Perfect for before bed, days when you have little to no energy, times you're fighting insomnia, getting over a cold, or just want to open your hips like never before.
By Ally Hamilton on Nov 23, 2016
Take seven minutes to give your hips some love, and to calm your nervous system. You can do this on a break during your work day, at night before bed, or in the morning, to ease your way into the day. Whenever you do it, there's no doubt that opening and releasing tension from your hips, hamstrings, hip flexors and psoas muscles does a body (and mind!) good.
By Angela Kukhahn on Nov 8, 2016
This is the perfect antidote for a stressful, busy day to wind down before bedtime! What to expect: Grab pillows, blankets or anything else you need, jump into your pjs (or yoga pants) and roll out your mat for some deep hip, hamstring and side body stretches that we will hold for a few minutes each for maximum yumminess! Poses we will be exploring: Baddha Konasana, Wide-Legged Seated Forward Fold, Parvrrita Janu Sirsasana, Enjoy!
By Angela Kukhahn on Oct 16, 2016
Need to chill after a challenging work day or week? This super slow yin sequence is a great way to let go of stress and restore your body! What to expect: I will be offering options for using the props if you feel like you'd like a little extra support. Poses to be explored: Supta Baddha Konasana, Reclined Twist variation for quad and psoas opening, Reclined Twist, Pigeon. Enjoy!
By Mary Beth LaRue on Mar 3, 2016
This slow flow yin-like class is perfect for morning or evening when you either need a slow start to your day or a luxurious wind down.
By Mary Beth LaRue on Feb 3, 2016
This slow flow restorative sequence is perfect for the days when you need a mellow, heart-opening practice. Immerse yourself in breath and slow movement to anchor yourself fully in the present moment.
By Mary Beth LaRue on Jan 21, 2016
This slow flow restorative sequence is perfect for the days when you need a mellow, hip-opening practice. Immerse yourself in breath, and slow movement to anchor yourself fully in the present moment.
By Derek Beres on Apr 25, 2015
The theme this month is Relaxation, and this week we dive into both activating/strengthening and releasing the psoas muscle. We start and end with a more restorative session while lunging and leg balancing our way through the Vinyasa.
By Ally Hamilton on Sep 3, 2013
A Yin Chill Pill. A practice designed to create space in the ligaments and connective tissue around the hips and the sacrum, as well as some deep hamstring opening. Long holds and conscious breath, as we release and relax, and practice the fine art of being, rather than doing. If you're looking for some deep hip-opening, if you're ready to move into stillness, this is for you.
By Leah Kim on Aug 5, 2013
Part 1 of a 2-part short yin sequence series. You can practice this alone or together with Part 2 for a full 50-min stretchy practice. We focus on releasing the hips and the spine, with symmetrical poses including Balasana, Uttanasana, and Malasana, and lunges and a juicy long hold in Pigeon. Will leave you feeling nice and spacious.
