Amoena4Life Magazine 2020 - Australia

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In Yin yoga practice, we do targeted work on the fascia

of a qualified teacher. You should hold the asanas for

structures, which reproduce,

a short period of time to start with

regenerate and therefore can

– about 2 minutes – and increase

increase flexibility and mobility.

this slowly and gradually, as long

At the same time, we stimulate

as the body tolerates it. Too little

and therefore positively influence

demand reduces effectiveness at

the lymphatic system.

all levels of practice, too much

Much like acupressure, Yin

demand leads to restlessness.

yoga directly impacts the energy

entire body system. It activates

BEFORE YOU START PRACTICING

the parasympathetic portion of

Search for a couple of quiet

the nervous system. In this way, it

minutes for your Yin practice, a

is easier for the body and mind to

time window in which nobody

reach a deeper level of relaxation,

disturbs you and your mobile

inner peace and serenity.

phone can remain switched off.

channels and organs in the body. It harmonises and energises the

LISA EINHAUSER, certified yoga teacher. | lovelysita.com Lisa came into contact with Hatha yoga for the first time 15 years ago in India. Since then, she has been fascinated by the simplicity of the teaching, the direct impact on the body and mind and the possibilities for personal development through practicing. Since 2015, Lisa has been a trained yoga instructor and has been teaching Yin yoga and Vinyasa classes. In addition to the joy of teaching the various yoga techniques, she also particularly cares about sharing the philosophy behind yoga.

As aids, you can use blankets,

RE-GAIN BETTER ACCESS TO YOUR OWN BODY At a mental and emotional level, wounds are often deep after the diagnosis of breast cancer and the following treatment. Yin yoga can help you rediscover your own body and your own needs. Accepting the events without automatically and unconsciously falling into negative thoughts can be “learning effects” of your own Yin yoga practice. Fascia tissues also bear the scars of emotional injuries. Yin yoga can contribute to healing at this level as well as at a physiological level. Prior to the start of practice, you should consult a doctor or therapist. If you have uncertainties or questions

pillows and books. Yoga bolsters and blocks are not necessarily required. Practice on a stable base,

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e.g. the floor and a blanket or yoga mat. Nice music can help you to let go, and with a candle you may be able to create a small relaxation island in your everyday life. Start with short periods of time (about 2 minutes) and observe how your body reacts. The longer you have held a position, the slower and more mindful you should be when coming out of it. After the stress, the tissue needs time to return to its initial state. Leave the muscles as uninvolved as possible. During practice, observe your breath and the sensations in your body. In this way, you will bring back your attention to “here and now” and remove energy from mostly unconscious, endless thoughts.

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