A Quiet Yin Yoga Class
Relaxation
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45m
In this class each pose is held for 2 minutes to allow first the muscles to relax and then the connective tissue. In this space within the poses the nervous system can relax, the breathing slows down and the mind becomes quieter too, leading to deep relaxation.
Props needed: A blanket.
Mat direction: Long edge of the mat facing the screen.
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