The Ultimate Yoga Prop
Have you ever heard of a Yoga Swing? Many yogi's use ropes to further their practice, however chaffed hands and bruises from the knots can be the result of a good workout, and they can only be mounted on hooks on the wall. The Bali Yoga Swing changes all that.
This is a swing that can hang from any sturdy surface, made a little like a hammock and used for thousands of years in the east. This is an ideal way to safely practice inversion therapy and for a gentle stretch of the spine. My whole family use mine as a long day at school or in an office chair creates back pressure and aches and pains and the gentle stretching at the end of the day eases and comforts the spine for a good nights sleep.
Inversion boosts brain power. The increased blood flow to the brain increases oxygen and nutrient levels. Inverted poses generally increase concentration, memory, awareness, and stimulate organized thinking.
Inversion promotes lymphatic drainage and blood purification. This detoxification provides you with a feeling of renewal. A boost in immunity comes from lymphatic cleansing. Inversion improves digestion and elimination and is the yogic approach to toning the organs and relieving constipation.
As seen on TV, inversion is mood elevating and brings relief from depression. The increased circulation releases neurotransmitters and balancing hormones. These endorphin-releasing movements and therapeutic postural corrections are mood enhancing. The powerful effects of inversion are a way to counteract depression, premenstrual symptoms, mood swings, and SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder).
Inversion also offers the easiest way to ease strains caused by spinal compression. The muscles, tendons, and ligaments of the back and torso are stretched and this creates a great feeling of release. Subluxations of the vertebrae tend to resolve, helping to diminish back pain. Studies have proven it to be helpful in correcting or greatly improving the condition of herniated nucleus pulposis (slip disc) herniated discs, spondylolisthesis, lumbar osteoarthritis, sciatica, paralytic scoliosis and inclinatory skeletal defects (rib angle changes, thin discs, and compression wedging of the vertebrae). Only when the spinal column is in good health, can the rest of the body function properly. Dramatic change can occur in overall strength, immunity, and emotional wellbeing by toning and taking care of your spinal column
Idea for both practitioners and teachers, the Yoga Swing is great for people wishing to differentiate their teaching and add a new dimension to their Yoga classes, by outfitting your studio with several swings. The Yoga Swing can also be used by couples practising partner stretching and can be used to open the heart chakra.
Comfortable and flexible, the Yoga Swing can be quickly and easily adjusted for a variety of positions and is versatile enough to provide a real workout and overall. Yoga development in a safe environment. It can be installed in seconds, anywhere there is a sturdy beam or tree branch and can even be used for a beach or park workout. Light, durable and compact, the Yoga Swing can travel anywhere, even when you’re backpacking, for yoga-on-the-go. It will soon become a part of your daily life!
The main module of the Yoga Swing is the pelvic waist sling, which is also suitable for use as a relaxing hammock. On either side there are two arm and leg handles at adjustable heights, with two additional handles at the top. This unique design allows you to move and stretch in every conceivable position; vertically, horizontally, and in a total inversion.
Demanding balance and awareness, the Yoga Swing takes your practice to new levels, utilising more brain neurons and muscle fibres than any ground or water exercise. The Yoga Swing provides a complete body workout in a fun and relaxing way with numerous therapeutic and physiological benefits.
The Yoga Swing is made from the highest quality nylon fabric available (It is the same parachute fabric used by airborne skydivers). The material is comfortable enough against the skin and breathes avoiding any sweaty feeling. The yoga swing comes in a range of beautiful colours and is manufactured exclusively in a small factory in Ubud, Bali and a donation is given back to the Ubud community with every purchase.
Installation Instructions:
Your swing is relatively simple to install. You will need:
- Tape measure
- Additional strong ceiling rope
- A ladder or chair
You may need ceiling hooks if no beam or place to tie a rope exists. (An 8mm thick or 1/4″thick steel hook of 8cm or 3″long wood screw tip). Hooks are available at local hardware store.
The rope included with your swing is for part of the adjustment system. You will need approx 5-6 metres of additional strong rope to mount around your home beam.
Firstly, select a safe spot where there is at least 60cm (2 feet) of space in all directions. This is the minimal amount (one metre or more space is ideal).
The beam must be sturdy and not termite infested. Test the strength of the beam if necessary by putting two people in the swing.
Outside on the balcony or verandah are ideal locations for the Yoga Swing. Places where others can enjoy it too are also good, in the living room or even in the bedroom if you purchased the Sex Swing.
Place a rag over the beam where the rope drops over and down to the floor. Over time the rope could become worn causing failure without this cloth.
1. Tie a strong knot in the rope when the looped end becomes level and measures 260cm or 8 feet from the floor to rope loop.
2. Wrap knotted adjustment rope around loop as shown.
3. There are 4 adjustable positions you may clip the Swing handles. The handles are best on the top knot where the lowest handle becomes a foot stirrup for sky walking and skier exercises. You may enjoy experimenting yourself.
4. As for the Swing, the ideal heights are the middle and other 2 lower knotted positions. The lowest position is good for floor work, for example stretching the lumbar area or doing inverted shoulder stands.
5. The Swing saddle hanging free should be about hip level. When inverting your head should be free of the floor. Adjust knots either up or down to the correct height. Try one test inversion to see that there is at least 10cm space between your head and floor.
