Yin and Yang are relative qualities in Taoism that represent opposing but complementary energies found in everything. Seen through an exercise lens, Yin is more cooling, static, and downward, with an inward focus, whereas Yang is more warming, dynamic, and upward, with an external focus. Yin Yoga aims to stimulate the flow of Qi by stressing the Yin tissues (connective tissues, joints, fascia) in a slow-paced, passive way, whereas Yang styles of yoga stress the Yang tissues (muscles, blood) through rhythmic, repetitive movements to build strength and endurance. We need to stress all tissues in the body to maintain or regain health.

In this class we harmonize Yin and Yang energies through a balanced practice of stillness and movement, with a specific focus on poses/movements that mobilize the spine and functional core exercises that strengthen and support the spine. The class ends in Savasana for an integrated mental-physical-emotional practice.

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