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Yin Yoga Practice Offers Deep Release ⁢for Hip Tension & Sacral Chakra Activation

New York,⁣ NY – ⁢A growing number of individuals are turning ⁤to Yin Yoga as⁢ a restorative ⁣practice to address⁢ chronic hip tension and unlock emotional blockages⁤ stored within the ⁣sacral chakra,‌ according to a recent practice led ⁢by ⁤Yoga ⁣With Kassandra and highlighted by Yoga Journal. The practice, focused on long-held, passive poses, aims to stimulate deep connective tissues in the hips,​ fostering both physical versatility and emotional wellbeing.

Hip tightness is a common ailment stemming from prolonged sitting, stress, ⁣and suppressed emotions.Yin Yoga uniquely targets the ​fascia-the connective tissue surrounding muscles-allowing for increased range of motion ⁢and a⁤ release of pent-up energy. This particular sequence, as demonstrated by ⁢Kassandra, ⁣specifically focuses on activating the sacral chakra, the energy center associated with creativity, sensuality, and emotional balance.

The practice begins with seated forward folds to initially open the hips, followed⁤ by Lizard Pose and Reclined Butterfly‍ Pose, encouraging surrender and deep tissue‌ release. Practitioners are⁣ guided to ground⁤ their tailbone and lengthen ⁤their spine throughout each pose, maximizing the stretch and promoting relaxation. A ⁤key ⁢affirmation during these poses is “I live life with ​passion.”

further poses include Square Pose and Happy Baby,each held for several minutes to allow the fascia⁤ to hydrate and lengthen. In Happy Baby, practitioners pull their knees toward their ‌chest, separating them hip-distance apart, and hold onto their shins or the outer edges of ⁢their feet, soles facing the ceiling. The instruction emphasizes grounding the tailbone and relaxing the arms.

The sequence culminates in⁣ Savasana, the final resting pose, where practitioners extend⁢ their legs and arms, palms upward, and focus on integrating the benefits‍ of the practice. The accompanying affirmation‍ for Savasana is “I‍ nurture my creativity and sensuality.”

yoga With ​Kassandra encourages participants to ⁢journal​ after the practice, ​reflecting on sensations and which affirmations resonated most strongly, to deepen self-awareness and continue the⁤ process of emotional release.The ‌full practice is available on YouTube:​ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRonCpTA5yw&t=475s.

yoga for Runners: 6 Poses ⁤too ​Build Strength and Resilience

New research ⁣underscores the critical role⁤ of strength training for injury prevention in runners, and ​yoga offers a‍ low-impact, effective‌ solution. A recent study published in the ⁢ Journal of Strength‌ and Conditioning Research ‍found that incorporating yoga into a running routine can ⁤significantly improve muscle imbalances and reduce the risk of ⁣common running injuries. For runners of all ‍levels, building strength isn’t just about performance-it’s about staying⁤ on the road and enjoying the sport long-term.

Running primarily works the lower body in a linear ⁣fashion, frequently enough leading to imbalances ⁤and weaknesses⁤ in supporting muscles. These imbalances can contribute⁤ to injuries like runner’s knee, shin splints, and plantar fasciitis. Yoga addresses these‍ weaknesses‍ by strengthening often-neglected muscle groups, improving adaptability, and enhancing‌ body ⁤awareness. ​Here are six essential yoga ⁢poses to build strength and resilience for runners:

1. ‌Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II)

This pose builds strength in the ​legs, ankles,‍ and core while opening the hips. It⁤ also improves stamina and balance-crucial for maintaining good form during long runs.

How ‌to:

1. Stand wiht your feet 4-5 feet ‍apart.Turn your ⁣right foot out ⁣90 degrees and your left foot in slightly.‌ Align your right heel with the arch of your left foot.
2. Bend your right knee⁣ over your right ankle, keeping your ‌thigh parallel to the floor. Extend your ⁣arms out to the sides, parallel to the floor, ⁤palms facing down.
3. Gaze over your right hand. Hold for 30-60 seconds, then⁢ repeat on the left side in Warrior ⁣II.

2. Triangle Pose (Trikonasana)

Strengthening the legs, ⁤core, and spine, Triangle Pose also​ stretches the hamstrings, hips, and shoulders.This improves flexibility ⁢and range of motion, vital for ‌efficient running.

How to:

1. From Warrior ‌II,straighten your front⁣ leg. Reach forward over your front‌ leg,⁢ then ‌tilt your torso to the side, bringing your ⁣right ‌hand toward your shin, ankle, or the floor.
2. Extend‌ your left arm toward‌ the ceiling, stacking it over your right shoulder. ⁣Gaze up toward your left hand. Hold for 30-60⁣ seconds, then repeat on the left side in Triangle Pose.

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Combat Workplace stiffness‍ with This 10-Minute Desk Yoga ⁤Routine

New ⁣York,NY – As hybrid ​and remote work‌ become increasingly prevalent,prolonged sitting and repetitive movements are ⁤contributing to‍ a surge in musculoskeletal discomfort among office workers.A fast and accessible solution? Desk yoga. Incorporating even a 10-minute yoga routine ‌into​ the workday⁣ can substantially alleviate tension, improve posture, and boost mental‍ clarity, according to experts.

The rise of sedentary work ⁢has created‍ a need for proactive strategies to counteract the physical toll of desk jobs. Yoga, traditionally practiced​ on a mat, can‍ be effectively adapted for‌ the office surroundings, requiring no​ special ​equipment and​ minimal space. These stretches target common areas of tension – the neck, shoulders, back, and legs – offering a simple yet powerful‍ way to prioritize well-being throughout the day.

1.Neck Rolls

Relieve tension in your neck and upper ⁤shoulders with⁢ gentle rotations.

How to: Slowly drop your chin to your chest, then gently roll ‌your right ear toward ⁢your right shoulder.⁢ Pause,⁣ then roll your chin back to your chest before rolling⁣ your ​left ear toward your ⁢left shoulder. Repeat several times, moving slowly⁣ and mindfully.

2. Shoulder ⁣Rolls

Loosen up tight shoulders and improve posture.

How ​to: ⁣ Inhale and shrug your shoulders up toward your ears. Exhale and roll them back‌ and down. Repeat‌ five to ten times, then reverse the⁢ direction, rolling your shoulders forward and up.

3. Seated Cat-Cow

Mobilize your spine and improve breathing.

How to: Sit tall in your chair with your feet flat on the floor.Inhale, arch your back, and draw your‍ shoulder‍ blades together (Cow Pose).Exhale, round your spine, and tuck your chin to your chest (Cat Pose). Continue flowing between these two poses for several breaths.

4. Seated Forward‌ bend

stretch your ‌hamstrings and lower back.

How to: Sit on the edge of your chair with your feet flat on the floor. Hinge ​forward ⁢from⁤ your hips, keeping your back as straight⁤ as possible (you‌ don’t ⁤need to fully straighten). Breathe here, then release.

5.Side Bend

Stretching your side body (obliques)⁢ helps ensure you don’t experience aches and pains when you lean over to plug in your laptop.

How to: Rest your right arm on the armrest or grip the edge of the seat with your ‍right hand. Lift your‌ left hand toward the ceiling, then slowly draw it overhead and reach toward the right side.Pause‌ here for a few breaths, then release. ⁢Repeat on the opposite side.

6. Seated Spinal twist

Practicing twists during‍ the workday can deliver a satisfying‍ spinal stretch and a welcome mental⁣ reset from screen work at the same time.

How to: Twist⁢ toward the⁤ left‍ and⁢ grasp the left armrest ⁤or your outer left ⁢thigh ⁢with your right hand. Grasp the back of the chair with your left hand. ⁣Gaze over your left shoulder. Pause for a few breaths, then‍ release. Repeat on the opposite side.

7. Ankle Circles

This‌ small motion brings⁣ more circulation to the lower legs and combats stiffness‍ in your calves⁣ and ankles.

How ⁢to: Lift one foot off the floor and draw circles with your toes to stretch your ankle. Lower your foot ⁤to the ⁣floor and repeat with the ‍other foot. For a core-strengthening ⁤challenge, draw your navel⁤ toward your spine, lean back ⁢in the chair, and lift​ both feet at the same time, roll your ankles, then lower down.

8. Standing Forward Fold

You don’t need​ a desk for this stretch and it doesn’t require much space.Practice ⁣this frequently throughout‌ the day to help ease strain ⁤in your lower back.

How to: From standing,hinge forward‌ from your hips and lower your hands to your‍ thighs,the edge of‍ the desk,or the floor in Standing Forward Fold. Bend your knees as much as ​you need to and release your neck and shoulders, letting your head hang. Pause here for a⁢ few breaths, then⁢ slowly return ‌to standing.

For ​Those ​who Can’t Relax Without Everything‌ Being ‘Just So’: Try Asymmetrical Savasana

New York, NY – ⁣A growing⁣ movement within the yoga community is challenging the conventional notion of perfect stillness in Savasana (corpse pose), offering a practice specifically designed for individuals wiht perfectionist‌ tendencies. Asymmetrical Savasana, intentionally introducing ​imbalance into ⁣the final ‌resting⁣ pose, is‍ gaining ‍traction as a tool for cultivating‍ acceptance and tolerance ⁤- both on and‌ off the mat.

Traditionally, ‌ savasana ⁣is practiced lying ⁢flat on the back with limbs relaxed and symmetrical. However, this⁣ can be a source of anxiety for those who struggle with​ imperfection. Asymmetrical ⁣ Savasana deliberately⁢ disrupts this⁢ symmetry, encouraging⁢ practitioners to embrace discomfort and resist the ⁢urge to correct.

Yoga teacher Amber Burke is a proponent of the technique,demonstrating variations like placing ⁤a blanket under one calf or positioning a hand differently than its counterpart.

“When you feel that both sides of your‍ body don’t ‘match,’ it can⁣ be a welcome chance⁣ for any of us with perfectionist ‍impulses to practice ⁢accepting annoyance,” explains the practice’s core ideology.

How to practice Asymmetrical Savasana:

1. Lie ​on your back⁤ as you would ⁢for savasana.‍ Then, intentionally‍ create ​asymmetry: move one ‌foot a few inches to the⁤ side, ⁣place a folded blanket, bolster, or ‍yoga block​ underneath⁤ one calf, draw one hand to the side, or place a blanket‍ or bolster under one hand.
2. Notice⁤ the sensation of being “out⁤ of place.” ‍Acknowledge any impulse to‌ correct it, registering any ​different ⁤sensations ⁤in your body⁣ or mind. Ask yourself, “Am I⁤ okay were I am?” Focus ⁤on your⁤ breath and practice​ letting go of the desire to change your ‍position, inwardly saying⁢ “yes”⁣ to the​ current state.
3. observe any thoughts or emotions that arise, recognizing them as disturbances.Rather of suppressing them, lessen your resistance to them.
4. After a few minutes,⁤ gently move your ‌fingers and toes, roll onto one‍ side, and slowly⁣ come to a seated position. ⁣Attempt to ​carry the cultivated ⁣patience into your daily life.

The practice aims to extend beyond the yoga studio,fostering tolerance for “imperfections” in everyday situations – from difficult conversations at⁢ work​ to waiting in ‍line. The⁢ underlying principle, rooted in the ancient concept of loot (disturbance), encourages⁢ practitioners to find peace amidst life’s inevitable imbalances.