Yin Yoga it is a slow practice that offers space for rest and recovery. You will rarely come to standing in a Yin practice, it is almost always done horizontal and only offers only a few postures, held for several minutes each. As you find yourself stationary in a pose for long periods of time, the muscles must be in a relaxed state, so we encourage the use of bolsters, MVMT blocks, the MVMT ball and pillows to bring the floor closer to you and to encourage your body to relax into each pose. Yin is a very calming practice and helps to reduce stress, increase circulation, improve flexibility, release fascia and improve joint mobility. For most of these classes, they can be performed in bed or on the floor next to your bed. 

This class is safe to participate in prior to your 6-week check-up and is focused on being your very first movement post baby. We recommend that it is done either in bed, or on the floor next to the bed (ha-ha). We begin hugging the knees into the chest and some gentle twisting to open up the lower back. Then release the glutes with a figure four stretch and hamstring stretch on your back. In fact, everything is done on your back hence the not having to leave the bed recommendation. 

The postures are gentle and safe to do prior to your 6-week check-up, but please listen to your body and go slow, if anything doesn't feel right, do not continue.