CITYLIFE / Hip & New
Two's company
By Xiao Changyan (China Daily)
Updated: 2006-05-19 11:28
Double Yoga, after hot yoga, baby yoga, power yoga, kickboxing yoga and
punk rock yoga, has become the new bend trend this year. Instead of the
typical box of chocolates or bouquet of flowers, more and more couples
are choosing yoga to show their love for each other, with results lasting
longer and making relationships spicier.
According to Ganga White, inventor of Double Yoga from US, when done with
a partner you're in relationship with, double yoga can mirror the dynamic
between the two; and if one person is tuning out or being too
controlling, yoga can give you a safe place to address those issues.
The following are a few postures you can try with your sweetheart.
Remember, before you start, relax and breathe into the abdomen, and try
to communicate candidly, not only with words, but also through touch and
breath, with your partner. After every posture, spend a few minutes
contemplating the special qualities your partner brings to your life.
1. Partners child and fish pose
Partner 1 goes into the child's pose with a blanket under his or her
legs. Partner 2 slowly rolls back over Partner 1, trying to lengthen
moving with awareness, especially if Partner 2 is heavier. Once Partner 2
is all the way back, hang out for 6 or 10 breaths.
2. Partners tree pose
Stand face to face with one hand pressing close with the hand of your
partner, then both try to raise one foot and grab them with the free
hands.
3. This pose is suitable for partners of similar height.
With both hands clenched with your partner, sit tight and slowly raise
your leg and foot. Try to keep your back erect.
4. Partner mountain and handstand pose
This is a rather difficult pose. You should have practiced yoga for three
or four months to achieve this pose.
5. Partner sage twist
This pose tones and massages the abdominal area, the liver, spleen and
intestines. It can also relieve lower back pains caused by muscle tension.
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