YIN FOR LEGS // 75 min Yin Yoga Class

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This is a 75 min yin yoga class targeting the legs. We are working on the front side of the legs (mainly quadriceps, but also inner thighs and hip flexor region), as well as the back side of the legs (mainly hamstrings, but also into the calves). Feet, soles of the feet and ankles are also targeted with some postures, as tightness in the legs can also be closely associated with tightness in these areas.

A brief introduction to yin:

Postures are similar to some ‘yang’ asanas but held in a passive way over an extended period of time (usually between 3-5 mins).
Keep the muscles in the targeted area relaxed. We are not working on the muscles, but on the connective tissue of the body (deeper fascial network, tendons, ligaments, bones, joints).
In every posture find your edge (where you first feel a change in the tissue when coming into a posture), stay there in stillness (stillness of the body, the breath and the mind) and hold the posture for the whole duration.
Use props only when needed. Yin yoga is not about being comfortable and relaxed. We are seeking to stress the body (the targeted areas); this involves discomfort. Only make use of props to help you feel the stress in the targeted area, let gravity do the rest.


The class is suitable for all levels of practitioners. Listen to your body carefully to decided how deep you want to go into a posture. Make sure that there is never any pain (sharp shooting pain), discomfort is what we are after. Make the asanas work for you, use props if needed, make adjustments or come out of the posture if your body is telling you to do so.

I am only giving minimal verbal instructions. Most people like to listen to slow music as it helps them to dive even deeper into relaxation.


See you on the mat my beautiful yoga friends.
Janice

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Yoga means to me? 'coming home to yourself'

Self-sensitivity. Developing awareness and thereby a feeling for oneself – for the body, thoughts and emotions – recognising one´s own needs and giving them space.
Change of perspective. Instead of looking outwards, looking inwards – reviewing expectations (one´s own and those of others) – discovering what matters most in life.
Self-love. Accepting oneself – getting in touch with one´s own life-themes – developing a loving attitude towards oneself and others.