Reduced stress and anxiety—Yin yoga activates the body’s rest and digest response, which lowers your heart rate, increases circulation, and stabilizes breathing for better relaxation.
Perennial poses—Seasonal sequences let you tailor your yoga practice to the time of year.
Mind and body—The long holds and contemplative nature of yin yoga are also great training for a meditation practice.
Unlock the power of yin yoga with a customizable practice you can do anywhere.
Author(s): Paylor, Diane
Publisher: Rockridge Press
Year: 2020
Language: English
Pages: 313
Tags: Yin Yoga, Essential Poses and Sequences
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Contents
Introduction
Part One: Yin Yoga’s Inner Workings
Chapter 1: A Different Kind of Yoga
Chapter 2: Preparing for Practice
Part Two: Yin and Yang Poses
Chapter 3: Yin Asanas
Caterpillar
Butterfly
Half Butterfly
Frog
Child’s Pose
Dragon
Happy Baby
Cat Pulling Its Tail
Bananasana
Melting Heart
Deer
Reclining Twist
Square
Straddle
Swan
Shoelace
Saddle
Toe Squat
Squat
Savasana
Chapter 4: Yang Asanas
Camel
Down Dog
Crocodile
Windshield Wipers
Leg Raises
Part Three: Balanced Sequences
Chapter 5: Energy Rising
Morning Flex
Stamina Builder
Energy Boost
Clear Focus
Attitude Adjustment
The Anxiety Fix
Energetic Cooldown
Chapter 6: Grounding
Whole Self-Care
Restore and Repair
Deep Relaxation
Peacefully Content
Strong and Sound
Belly Balanced
Root Chakra
Chapter 7: Body Matters
Happy Hips
Leg Lengthener
Heart Opener
Shoulder Tension Reliever
Kidney Care
Digestion Soother
Knee Protector
Spine Saver
Chapter 8: Seasonal Practices
Winter Warmer
New Year Revitalizer
Spring to Life
Spring Detox
Summer Solstice
Summer Cooler
Fall Flow
Fall Inward
Resources
Acknowledgments
About the Author
