Show Notes
S6 | Ep. 8 The Truth About Yin Yoga: Myth, Lies and Misconceptions In this episode, the real story behind Yin Yoga! I’ll break down the most common myths, misconceptions, and outright lies I’ve heard over the years, plus share insights from my own experience as a teacher and from the amazing Yin Yoga community. Whether you’re new to Yin or a seasoned practitioner, I hope you’ll find some “aha” moments and maybe a few laughs.
⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & What to Expect 01:12 - Meet Your Host & Podcast Overview 03:48 - Teacher Training & Waitlist Info 05:33 - Adult Content Disclaimer 06:24 - Main Topic: Myths & Misconceptions About Yin Yoga 11:27 - Is Yin Yoga Dangerous? Addressing Safety Concerns 12:14 - Is Yin Yoga for Beginners? 13:14 - Common Misconceptions from Listeners 17:49 - Is Yin Yoga Boring? 19:05 - The Role of Stillness & Mindfulness 20:30 - Props in Yin Yoga: Myths & Truths 21:18 - The Importance of Rebound 22:25 - Expert Insights: Bernie’s Document 25:23 - Miscellaneous Concerns & Final Thoughts 27:07 - How to Connect, Share, and Support 28:34 - Outro & Farewell 🔗 Useful Links: Want to support my work? Leave me a tip. See all episodes at a glance Yoga Teachers: Join The Waitlist for my Therapeutic Yin Yoga Training at the bottom and top of the Page To Join my Yin Yoga Classes on Zoom To subscribe to my On-Demand Video Library: Anatomy for Yoga with Paul Grilley Hang Drum Music by Fred Westra Find me on Instagram @nykdanuyoga @YinYogaPodcast Bernie’s Yin Yoga Concerns document: https://yinyoga.com/concerns/
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