Chest Stretch - Yin Yoga with Marianne - Yoga Pose

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In this Yoga Video I, Marianne give you instructions on how to do the Yin Yoga pose: Chest Stretch (Anahatasana Pose). A great 'heart' and chest opener. ‘Anahata’ refers to the Heart Chakra, thus we can also use the name: ‘Heart Chakra Pose’.

Physical benefits*:
This Yoga pose allows you to:
+ stretch the front of your torso (belly and chest)
+ create space at the front of your body
+ compressing the spine and strengthening those vertebra due to this pressure
+ stretch the inside of your arms if you have them stretched out in front of your

Alternative poses can be:
+ Bridge Pose: https://youtu.be/AT5BYDdbWhg
+ Supported Bridge Pose: https://youtu.be/WNapkMDZfgM

+ Camel Pose (more Yang like!)
+ Wheel Pose (more Yang like!)
+ Bow / Dhanurasana (more Yang like!)

Try these other Hip Openers too:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqQXobxzkxSWlzUI1hSKgrdTmMNeljQAH

Try these other Thigh Stretches too:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqQXobxzkxSWRU3Z6vONvx0yPAJv9Qh0J

Props you need are:
+ A Yoga mat or rug/carpet
+ Bolster or pillow
+ Blanket, towel or big scarf (… to keep you warm during the relaxation)
+ A timer (… when practicing on your own)

Become a Do-It-Yourself Yin Yogi:
+ Do the same pose again.
+ Do the pose for 3 up to 8 minutes.
+ Find out what works for you; stay until a comfortable edge.
+ Get to know the effect of the pose on you.

And …
+ Create a Yoga diary: note down what works, what does not and the effect of the pose on you.
+ Start building your own Yin Yoga Practice.
+ Become a Do-It-Yourself Yin Yogi!

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YIN YOGA WITH MARIANNE
*Watch the short promo on YouTube: Yin Yoga with Marianne: https://youtu.be/OVI3Af5UNeo
*Read the blog ‘Yin Yoga Online' : https://yinyogawithmarianne.com/?s=yin+yoga+online with all necessary links to useful YouTube videos.
*Read the blog 'Do It Yourself': https://yinyogawithmarianne.com/?s=do+it+yourself and find out why I believe you can do Yin Yoga anywhere, anytime.

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LAST, BUT NOT LEAST …
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*NB: Always consult a physician in doubt. I, Marianne will guide you the best possible way, but if you have an (old) injury or a permanent condition and you are not sure whether you should do Yin Yoga, always discuss it with your physician first. Remember: You are responsible for your own body, so be sensible please.

P.S.
I am a native Dutch Speaker, and a near-native English speaker; so forgive me for any language mistakes. I love learning, so teach me. Feedback is welcome: info@yinyogawithmarianne.com.
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