Supporting Lymphatics with Yoga

Read More

The lymphatics are an important system for many reasons including but not limited to: detoxification, tissue recovery from strenuous activity, regulating inflammation, supporting immune function, and regulating water metabolism. In this dose we’ll look at the importance of this system and its applications to a yoga practice. Great info for athletes, regulating inflammation & immune function, yoga teachers, fitness instructors, and anyone interested in therapeutics. Below are some research links and classes to experience some of this in your practice. For more information on lymphatics for yoga teachers you can check out our brand new Lymphatics for Yoga Teacher Training where we do a deep dive into this system and look at yoga therapeutics to support it, click here for more information.

Click the links below to read the research referenced throughout this lecture:

Lymph Nodes are Innervated by A Unique Population of Sensory Neurons with Immunomodulatory Potential
Inflammation & Lymphatic Function
Lymphatic Pumping: Mechanics, Mechanisms & Malfunction

Additional Resources (YMO classes):

Lymphatic Recharge
Quick Kickstart for Lymph Flow
Restorative for Lymphatic Support

Curated By:

Tiffany Cruikshank

Chest Opening & Lymphatics

This practice focuses in on chest opening with the help of a bolster or pillow alo…

Hatha Vinyasa

60 min

Tiffany Cruikshank

Yin for Lymphatics, Digestion, Stress, & Endurance

Use this yin practice to support 3 precious organs in Chinese Medicine (spleen, ki…

Yin Yoga

45 min

Tiffany Cruikshank

Yin to Refresh & Rejuvenate Whole-Body in 35

A great class to rejuvenate the tissues and for recovery whether you’re doing inte…

Yin Yoga

30 min

Tiffany Cruikshank

Body Love & Movement to Recharge

An active class that also supports mental & physiological health with a focus on b…

Yoga Conditioning

30 min

Tiffany Cruikshank