In This Issue:
- The Yinside of Humming
- The next 50-hour Online Yin Yoga Teacher Training with Bernie and Diana runs July 19-25, 2021
- Discounts for online courses
- What’s new in the Forum?
- The Yin Yoga Teacher Directory
The Yinside of Humming
There is a lot of research that shows humming can be very calming and therapeutic, as long as we don’t overdo it. One of the key reasons it has been found to be so effective is the effect humming has on our levels of nitric oxide. Nitric oxide (NO) is an important molecule for heart health, treating diabetes and erectile dysfunction (but, unlike Viagra, no prescriptions are needed to hum and it is free!) NO helps to relax blood vessels, allowing them to dilate and reduce blood pressure. There is even evidence that NO produced in the nasal passages can reduce the effects of seasonal allergies and reduce heart arrhythmias. So, then the question becomes—how do we increase NO levels in our nose? You can already guess the answer: Hum! Read the rest of this article
“I learned SO much valuable and applicable information about anatomy and the personal variables that allow for each student to best explore each asana. I‘ve been able to weave this knowledge into my personal practice and share it with the students in my yoga classes. I find myself going back and rewatching the recordings, learning more each time. There is an abundance of information shared in this live 50-hour training. Bernie, Diana, and Nathalie are exceptional teachers, and I greatly enjoyed learning from them!” —Cat, RYT 200
Bernie together with Yoga International offers 8 one-hour, online, Yin Yoga for Your Body video classes. These hours are eligible for continuing education credits with Yoga Alliance.
Through these 8 on-line yin yoga classes you will learn
- The nature of yin and yang
- To practice with intention and attention
- The 3 principles of the yin yoga
- The reality of human variations
- To create a functional yoga practice
- To develop anti-fragility
- To develop mindfulness
Your Spine, Your Body – The Course
by Professor Stuart McGill and Bernie Clark
Up-to-Date Knowledge and Practices to Increase Spinal Stability, Mobility, Endurance, and Well-Being
Professor Stuart McGill is a world-renowned expert in spine biomechanics. In this eight-hour course, Stuart and Bernie will lead you to discover:
- The code—the science of the spine
- The art—applying the science to your body
- Practices—taking it to the mat
The Yin Yoga Forum
Recent Forum Discussions: If you have something to contribute to these topics, feel free to add your voice and experience to the discussions!
Yin Yoga Teacher Directory
If you are having trouble finding a Yin Yoga teacher near you, or if you are traveling to somewhere new, try checking out the Directory of Yin Yoga teachers. We have hundreds of teachers registered from all over the world. If you are a teacher and are not in the directory, just send us your information and we’ll be happy to add you.
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