Blog - Tag: Yin Yoga | Yuen Long & Tsuen Wan Yoga | Tapas Yoga HK

Yin yoga is a deeply relaxing practice where each pose is held for 3 to 5 minutes or longer. Unlike "yang" practices that emphasize muscular strength, Yin yoga targets the body's deep connective tissues, fascia, and joints, improving joint flexibility and overall range of motion through prolonged passive stretching.

In Yin yoga, we learn to be present with discomfort. When you stay in a pose for several minutes, both body and mind undergo changes — tight areas gradually release, restless thoughts slowly quiet. This practice is especially suited to balance the high-pressure, fast-paced lifestyle of modern city dwellers.

Yin yoga particularly benefits office workers who sit for long hours, effectively relieving stiffness in hips, lower back, and shoulders. The practice doesn't require special physical fitness but does need patience and an open mindset. In Tapas Yoga's Yin yoga classes, teachers guide you safely into each pose while sharing techniques for body awareness and relaxation.