What is Yin Yoga? Why & How To Practice

New to yin yoga? Here's what it is and the three principles of how to practice mindfully. Watch this before practicing the upcoming yin yoga sequence videos I'll be posting to my channel.

I answer these FAQs about yin yoga:

* What effects should I expect?
* How long should I practice?
* What does the yin yoga practice look like?
* Is yin yoga the same as restorative yoga?

Highly recommended yin yoga books:

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I'm Caren Baginski, a yoga instructor and writer, who teaches results-oriented yoga and mindfulness techniques to overcome self-doubt, anxiety and depression.

[ravennfeatherheart]

I need this. I heard of Yin yoga but never completely understood it's benefits, thinking it's much like restorative yoga and same benefits. It's perfect for what I'm searching for. I'm so very new to yoga and this video explains it all very clearly. Beautiful voice, soothing, calm and very professional.Thank you so much for putting this video together. I'm your new subscriber ~Namaste

[kaerenlea]

Thanks for an excellent introduction to Yin yoga. I tried a class recently and very much enjoyed it. After holding poses for 3-4 minutes I found my body felt activated, alive and flexible and when I'd finished my mind was calm and serene. Fabulous.

[magentamagenta]

I’ve practiced yin yoga for a while and it’s been so beneficial in my road to recovery and managing fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis.
The benefits along with tai chi and qigong of my nutritional changes have been immensely helpful I am very grateful for this amazing self healing yoga.

[beherenow]

2 Years ago i wouldn't have believed you. One year ago I did Yin yoga for a couple months, and yes you're telling the truth.

[ILOVEFeelGOOD]

Best summary I've listened to thank you 🙏💜🌻

[sarahferguson]

I've been experiencing some issues with my lower back and my doctor suggested yoga. She mentioned that she does a more traditional yoga in the morning but does Yin yoga at night and said i might enjoy it because it's really helped her with lower back issues so I'm doing some research. Thank you so much for this explanation. It was very helpful and i definitely think i'd like to try 🙂

[iahelcathartesaura]

Thank you. This is perfect for me and friends and loved ones.

[MeadowLarkYoga]

Great class, lovely setting -- thank you! Namaste.

[angbarnard]

Caren! I love this explanation. As a yoga teacher, I just find it so helpful. I teach power vinyasa and have been loving doing YIN as well. Thank you!

[jemeola]

Thank you for providing such a clear explanation.

[tinaneil]

Thanks for very knowledgeable introduction 🙏

[Syl]

Excellent explanation! I think it will enrich my experience. Thank you!

[rodrigosalas]

Fantastic practical explanation! Thank You Carla!

[cocowater]

Thank you for the great informations. I enjoy yin yoga a lot. I would love to hear what Yin Yoga has done for you personally

[julelane]

This is an amazing video! Such clarity. Thank you.

[anthony]

"Goldilocks position" I see what ya did there - nicely put :) Great vid.

[PresenceofthePhoenix]

Thank you for your intelligent and energetic encompassing delivery :)

[NickalusNicoJohnson]

thanks for the excellent description! i was recommended Yin by my physician, and came across your channel in my search. Thank you.

[Lilika]

Just what I needed. Thank you very much! Such a great explanation.

[linakalh]

Hi Caren, which yoga style do you recommend for increasing flexibility? Also, is it appropriate to practice yin yoga after sun salutations? Best, Lina