This book, Winter Yoga: 20 Poses for the Bladder and Kidney Meridians is informative & made into an easy to follow yoga class with concise instructions. Each yoga pose also has an image so you can practice with confidence, knowing that you are in correct alignment in each pose.
According to the Chinese Five Element theory, the body is made up of the same five primary elements that exist in nature – Wood, Fire, Metal, Earth and Water. Each of these elements links to different organs, and affects us physically and psychologically.
In winter the water element is strongest, so activating the meridians (energy channels) of the bladder and kidney brings balance to these organs, and restores warmth and emotional courage. Bladder imbalance can cause symptoms like, fear and indecisiveness. If the imbalance is chronic, it can trigger jealousy, suspicion and resentment. Kidney imbalance can cause symptoms like, fear and paranoia.Intense fear can cause involuntary urination.
Spirit Yoga classes mostly use traditional yoga poses and some yoga therapy exercises that are based on bringing energy (chi or prana) to the meridian channels located through-out the body. Winter Yoga will bring balance to your body and life during the Winter Season, so you can function with greater ease. Imagine starting your day with a new sense of trust in your own power, courage to take on any challenge presented to you and trust knowing you had the clarity of mind to soar.
Martine is a qualified yoga instructor and founder/owner of Spirit Yoga Australia. A former professional dancer, she has an extensive background in various forms of dance as well as numerous yoga studies. Martine trained in Power Yoga with Duncan Peak of Power Living Australia Yoga (P.L.A.Y), as well as Zenergy Kids, Yoga Institute, Yin Yoga with Jo Phee, Sadie Nardini (online) and has a Diploma in Dance from the Queensland Dance School of Excellence. Martine is enjoying being able to share the many physical & spiritual benefits yoga offers with her varied students, and encourages them all to live from a place of peace, strength and clarity.
According to the Chinese Five Element theory, the body is made up of the same five primary elements that exist in nature – Wood, Fire, Metal, Earth and Water. Each of these elements links to different organs, and affects us physically and psychologically.
In winter the water element is strongest, so activating the meridians (energy channels) of the bladder and kidney brings balance to these organs, and restores warmth and emotional courage. Bladder imbalance can cause symptoms like, fear and indecisiveness. If the imbalance is chronic, it can trigger jealousy, suspicion and resentment. Kidney imbalance can cause symptoms like, fear and paranoia.Intense fear can cause involuntary urination.
Spirit Yoga classes mostly use traditional yoga poses and some yoga therapy exercises that are based on bringing energy (chi or prana) to the meridian channels located through-out the body. Winter Yoga will bring balance to your body and life during the Winter Season, so you can function with greater ease. Imagine starting your day with a new sense of trust in your own power, courage to take on any challenge presented to you and trust knowing you had the clarity of mind to soar.
Martine is a qualified yoga instructor and founder/owner of Spirit Yoga Australia. A former professional dancer, she has an extensive background in various forms of dance as well as numerous yoga studies. Martine trained in Power Yoga with Duncan Peak of Power Living Australia Yoga (P.L.A.Y), as well as Zenergy Kids, Yoga Institute, Yin Yoga with Jo Phee, Sadie Nardini (online) and has a Diploma in Dance from the Queensland Dance School of Excellence. Martine is enjoying being able to share the many physical & spiritual benefits yoga offers with her varied students, and encourages them all to live from a place of peace, strength and clarity.
