The Purpose Of A Yoga Swing


by Ann Marier - Date: 2007-06-08 - Word Count: 397 Share This!

Yoga is a very complex exercise routine, and there are many different tools and props which you can integrate with it. The yoga swing is just one of the many options in this regards that you have available to you. If you are interested in yoga and you want to know more about the yoga swing, then you should definitely read on so that you can become more informed and knowledgeable on one of the most commonly used pieces of yoga equipment.

About The Yoga Swing

The typical yoga swing consists of a cushioned fabric or nylon sling attached with an overhead pull up bar and six separate handles on ropes device at three different adjustable heights - overhead, waist level, and feet level.

The yoga swing is then suspended from like a swing from sturdy extension springs that are hung from an optional pyramidal support frame structure that is made either of wood or metal poles, and the levels of the pelvic sling as well as the six roped handles are adjustable in height, and as well, the omni-directional maneuverability of the multi-handled swing device allows one to achieve practically any posture that they wish.

You are able to complete postures and movements while hanging totally suspended in the air using the sling or the roped handles, or by being only partially suspended with one or more arms or legs on the ground.

This unit is also great because it provides the option of hanging both forward and backwards during inversion, plus you have the freedom to flex, extend or rotate the trunk while inverted, in order to accomplish stretching, strengthening and joint mobilization of the spine.

Therefore, not only is this swing absolutely ideal for exercise, yoga and inversion therapy, but as well it is simply fun to play on, for children and adults alike.

If you are interested in yoga or if you are already involved in yoga, or any other type of exercise for that matter, then you are definitely going to want to at least consider getting one of these swings, because it is going to drastically improve the way that you are able to work out.

You will notice a difference in your exercise routine almost immediately, and so if you have never tried one of these swings before then you should definitely at least give it a chance, and you are sure to love it right from the beginning.


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