How to do Caterpillar Pose - Yin Style

In this practice

Key teachings

• Mindful holding in Yin Yoga
• Deep stretching of connective tissues
• Importance of breathing during static holds
• Using props for accessibility and comfort

Ideal for

• Beginners to Yin Yoga
• Individuals with tight hamstrings and lower back
• Those seeking deep relaxation and stress relief
• Practitioners looking to introverting the mind

Lesson

Instructions

How to do Caterpillar Pose - Yin Style

Caterpillar Pose is a variation of the Hatha Yoga - Paschimottanasana Each Yin pose is done by staying in the pose for a minimum of 1.5 mins and to a maximum of 5/10 mins.

Bend only a little to lessen the intensity Use Props Bolster/Block – support head for comfort

Steps

• Caterpillar Pose (Paschimottanasana)
• Long-held static stretches (Yin style)
• Supported forward folds with props
• Mindful breathing practice

Benefits

• Good for digestion
• Promotes relaxation and calmness
• Offers stress relief and helps with anxiety
• Stretches the entire backside of the body
• Stimulates kidneys
• Sciatica, Severe Depression, Ligament (Hamstring, Calf) injuries
• Slides template - Catalina, Jimena. (2021). Orlando Powerpoint template.
• Audio - Zodiac Structures by NoMBe from YouTube Audio Library License