Have you ever tried Yin Yoga? A practice that might be compared to a warm hug, it serves to reset both the body and mind through a series of slower-paced, supported yoga postures and mindfulness and meditation techniques.
Why try Yin Yoga?
Yin targets the deepest muscles in the body, by spending time in postures that allow you to stretch, relax and release. Using your breath, you’ll find yourself melting into your mat with each exhale.
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When practicing Yin, you’ll be encouraged to find your ‘edge’ in a posture – a place where you can hold the stretch in stillness for around 2-5 minutes, maybe with a little discomfort, but without pain, numbness or tingling. From there you’ll have the opportunity to turn your attention inwards towards your breath and ground yourself in the space.
Where is Yin Yoga from?
Rooted in the principles of Chinese medicine, Yin Yoga improves energy flow or ‘chi’ around the body, which in turn is said to improve health and wellbeing.
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It’s true what they say that opposites attract. Yin Yoga can beautifully complement your more intense training, by facilitating recovery and meditation and offering you a moment to slow down – both physically and mentally.
A calming Yin Yoga stretch
Take 45 minutes of bliss just for yourself with this Yin Yoga class led by CorePlus instructors, Luisa and Fiona. You might like to use a bolster and yoga block if you have them, otherwise grab a couple of pillows and get ready for some serious zen.
With heated Pilates, yoga and reformer under one roof, and classes open to all levels, CorePlus has a movement style for everyone. Studios are judgement-free spaces, every class is instructor led, and members move to feel good. With studios in Greater Melbourne and Brisbane, and more locations coming soon, you’ll find a movement community like no other.
