YIN Flashcards
List the 3 Principles of Taoism
Pg.101
- Reverence for the natural word, its flows & patterns.
- Cultivation of health & longevity.
- Acknowledgement of the interplay & interdependence of opposites. (Yin & Yang).
List 5 characteristics, of both Yin & Yang.
YIN YANG
•Cold •Hot
•Dark •Light
•Moon •Sun
•Female • Male
•Passive •Active
What are the 5 YIN Archetypes?
Pg. 119
•Dragonfly •Saddle
•Shoelace •Twist
•Caterpillar
Bonus: Yang Postures
What are the 3 Principles of Integral Anatomy?
Pg.46
- Remember the whole.
- Look for continuity, relationships & connections.
- Honor the reality & perfection of the individual form. (Perfectly imperfect)
What are the 3 Plains of movement?
What are their functions?
Pg.50
Sagittal Plane - flection & extension
Bonus: lateral flection of the spine
Coronal Plane - adduction & abduction
Transverse - internal & external rotation
Bonus: twists
What are the 3 principals of Yin Yoga?
Pg.18
•Simplicity
•Patience
•Compassion
Give 3 examples on an active Rebound Pose and when you would use them.
Cat/Cow: spinal election/extension holds
Windshield Wiper: butterfly pose
Reverse Tabletop: Seated Forward Fold
Name 3 Passive rebound poses & when you’d use them.
Child’s Pose: any spinal extension. Ex supported cobra
Straight legs: seated butterfly
Dangly legs: supine twist
What is the difference between aesthetic yoga vs functional yoga?
Pg. 17
Aesthetic Yoga: how the pose looks
Functional yoga: adapts each pose for the student in order to focus on the intended target area.
What are Bernie’s suggested 3 Step Inquiry?
Pg.17
- What target areas are you trying to affect?
- What are you actually feeling in the targeted areas?
- If you’re not feeling the pose where you want to feel it, how can you change the pose so that you create the desired feeling?
What are the 9 Layers of Experience ?
Pg.25
- Bones.
- Facia.
- Muscle
- Nerves.
- Blood.
- Breath.
- Chi.
- Emotions.
- Thoughts.
Who were the 4 primary influencers in the development of Yin Yoga?
Pg.107
•Paul Grilley •Paulie Zink
•Sarah Powers •Bernie Clark
Name the 3 Tattvas of Yin Yoga.
Pg. 27
- Come into the pose to an appropriate depth. (Compassion)
- Resolved to remain still. (Simplicity)
- Hold the pose for a period of time. Usually 3 to 5 minutes. (Patience)
List 3 unique benefits of yin yoga.
• regulation of the nervous system
• low risk
• meditative
List the 6 Tissues of the Fascial System
Pg. 62
• superficial fascia
• perifascia
• deep fascia
• tendons
• ligaments
• joint capsules
Explain the differences between Yang, Yin & Restorative Yoga.
Yang Yoga is active, dynamic & physically challenging. It focuses on building stamina, energy & muscular strength
Yin Yoga is passive, stretches deep tissues with long holds creating mobility strength. Working towards & beyond the end range of available motion.
Restorative Yoga is total relaxation & recovery with no tension, supporting the nervous system. Working within the mid- range of motion already available.
Explain the differences between Yang, Yin & Restorative Yoga.
Yang Yoga is active, dynamic & physically challenging. It focuses on building stamina, energy & muscular strength
Yin Yoga is passive, stretches deep tissues with long holds creating mobility strength. Working towards & beyond the end range of available motion.
Restorative Yoga is total relaxation & recovery with no tension, supporting the nervous system. Working within the mid- range of motion already available.
What is the overall definition of fascia?
Fascia is a type of connective tissue that surrounds and supports muscles, bones, organs, and nerves throughout your body. It forms a continuous web that holds everything in place, providing structure. Fascia is thin allowing muscles and other tissues to glide smoothly as you move.
Name a type of breath work & explain it.
Box breathing, also known as square breathing, is a simple breathing technique that helps calm the mind and reduce stress. It involves four equal parts: inhale, hold, exhale, and hold again, each for the same amount of time, usually 4 seconds.
Here’s how to do it:
1. Inhale for 4 counts. 2. Hold your breath for 4 counts. 3. Exhale for 4 counts. 4. Hold your breath again for 4 counts.
Repeat this cycle several times. It helps slow your breathing, focus your mind, and promote relaxation.
