Yin yoga sequence that targets the large intestine meridian
- Sphinx Pose: Lie on your belly with your elbows under your shoulders and your forearms on the ground. Lift your chest off the ground and hold for 2-3 minutes, feeling a stretch in your chest and shoulders.
- Dragon Pose: From a low lunge position, lower your back knee to the ground and slide your front foot forward, straightening your leg. Rest your hands on blocks or the ground and hold for 2-3 minutes, feeling a stretch in your hips and thighs. Repeat on the other side.
- Wide-Legged Forward Fold: Stand with your feet wider than hip-width apart and fold forward, resting your hands on the ground or blocks. Hold for 3-5 minutes, feeling a stretch in your hamstrings and inner thighs.
- Child’s Pose with a Twist: From Child’s Pose, walk your hands to one side and hold for 2-3 minutes, feeling a stretch in your side body and back. Repeat on the other side.
- Saddle Pose: Sit on your shins with your knees wide apart and lower your torso towards the ground, placing your hands on blocks or the ground behind you. Hold for 3-5 minutes, feeling a stretch in your hips and thighs.
- These Yin yoga poses can help to stimulate the large intestine meridian, which can promote healthy digestion, elimination, and emotional release. Remember to breathe deeply and hold each pose for a few minutes, allowing your body to relax and release tension.