Yin vs. Restorative Yoga – What’s the Difference & Which One Do You Need?

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Yin Yoga and Restorative Yoga are two of the most powerful healing practices in yoga, but they serve very different purposes. If you've ever wondered, Which practice is best for me? When should I choose Yin, and when should I choose Restorative?—this episode has the answers you need.

Host Julianne Arce shares her personal journey of resisting slow yoga practices for years, only to discover that stillness was exactly what she needed. She breaks down the unique benefits of Yin and Restorative Yoga, how they affect the nervous system, flexibility, and emotional well-being, and when to choose each one.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

✔️ The key differences between Yin Yoga and Restorative Yoga
✔️ How Yin targets deep connective tissues to improve flexibility & mobility
✔️ Why Restorative Yoga is essential for nervous system healing & stress relief
✔️ When to choose deep stretching vs. complete relaxation
✔️ How to listen to your body and select the right practice for your energy levels

💙 If you’ve been avoiding slowing down, this episode will change how you see rest, recovery, and deep healing.

🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform!

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