Glossary

Yin Yoga

YIN YOH-gah

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Meaning

Slow-paced practice with long-held floor poses targeting connective tissues.

Yin yoga holds passive stretches for 3-5 minutes to gently stress connective tissues (fascia, ligaments). It complements more active (yang) practices, increases flexibility, and encourages mindfulness and release.

In practice

Restorative YogaPranayama

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