Yin for the back body and hips
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Mindfulness, Stretching, Home, All Levels, Yoga
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Yin yoga is one of my true loves. It is an amazing practice that can help downregulate the nervous system and help relieve stiffness and pain. The practices focus on ‘stretching’ the connective tissue, especially around the joints. We passively stretch the body for longer periods of time (1-3min) while supporting it by using props as needed. There should be no pain for you in any of these shapes, if so, you need to modify or simply stop.
*NOTE Not all movement and shapes might be suitable for everyone, that is why we experiment and learn to listen to our own bodies. That said, please consult your doctor or your Physiotherapist before beginning this or any exercise program. The guidelines and advice contained on this site and ALL the course and class material are in no way intended to be a substitute for medical counselling
Just like there are many different movement practices and different places to train at, you need to find what works best for you! Which means you need to explore and experiment. What sets this platform apart is the fact that you can let me know what your needs are and then I can create new content or a programme specifically for you. You become part of the pack, which enables you to message me directly if you have any questions, feedback, or simply want to chat. All you need to do is SHOW UP for yourself as best and as often as you can without judgement.
No matter where you are in your fitness journey, I am here to support and hold space for you. Workouts and programs posted in my app are for any level of fitness (if you have been given the go-ahead by a medical professional). I will walk you through all the exercises with easy-to-follow videos and some simple written instructions. You can take your practice real slow to get a feel for it, and as you start getting stronger you can add more - always checking in with how your body feels while exercising. It’s about learning to listen to your body and create a practice that is sustainable and progressive.
It all depends on the practice! Most of my practices just need a yoga mat/towel. For the roll-outs you will need one or two tennis balls and for the rest, you can improvise. In the place of dumbbells/barbells/kettlebells you can use a backpack filled with tinned food or books, or plastic bottles filled with sand or water. I do my best to make these movement practices work for you without having to buy gear. There’s something for everyone — regardless of equipment — to help you create sustainable movement practices that you and your body can evolve around.