Yin Yoga · Hips · Back · Flexibility

1-Hour Lower Body Yin — Yin Yoga class, 60 minutes

1-Hour Lower Body Yin

Deep hip, spine & leg stretch · long holds

60 min All levels HipsBackFlexibility May 2024
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What this Yin class is

A full hour of Yin for the lower body — a deep, grounding stretch through the hips, legs and spine. We move slowly through Child’s Pose, Dragon, Sleeping Swan and a Shoelace fold and twist on each side, then open the spine with Melting Heart, Supported Fish and a Reclined Twist before resting. It’s a lovely way to release tension from tight hips and a stiff back, gain a little flexibility, and simply unwind. Come as you are — every pose has a gentler option and a deeper one.

Who this class is for

Anyone carrying tension in the hips, legs or lower back — after long days at a desk, on your feet, or when everything below the waist feels tight. It’s also a calm, meditative hour if you just want to slow down and relax. New to Yin? Read the pose notes below first, then follow the shapes at your own pace.

What you need

Just your mat, and a warm, quiet space where you can be still for a while. A yoga block or two is handy — under the hips in Child’s Pose, or under the back in Supported Fish — though a cushion works just as well. Press pause whenever you need to.

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What you'll practice

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Common questions

What does this 1-hour Yin class focus on?

The lower body — mainly the hips, legs and spine. The poses release tension through those areas and, over time, build a little more flexibility, while the long holds also help you unwind and relax.

Do I need any props?

Just a yoga block or two is handy — a block under the hips in Child's Pose or under the back in Supported Fish makes the shapes kinder. A cushion works just as well, and you can practice without props if you prefer.

How long is each pose held?

Yin poses here are held for at least a couple of minutes each, with the hip poses repeated on both sides. The hold times are only suggestions — listen to your body and come out of any pose sooner if you need to.

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A gentle reminder: Yin asks you to respect your limits, not override them. Come out of any pose that feels like pain rather than sensation, ease off if your hands tingle or a knee complains, and take your time coming out of the long holds — the body feels tender for a moment, and that passes. This practice is about taking good care of your body, never pushing it.