Flying Yoga: An Anti-Gravity Exercise That Strengthens Core Strength and Aids Lymphatic Circulation

Flying yoga, an exercise using a hammock suspended in the air, is one of the exercises receiving a lot of attention recently. It is known that it does not stop at simply taking cool poses, but also has the effect of strengthening core strength and helping lymphatic circulation in the process of balancing the body. According to a video from Culture Portal, flying yoga has the characteristics of 'anti-gravity yoga,' which requires more core strength than general mat yoga.

Basic Sequences for Beginners: Monkey, Luna, Da Vinci

Three basic movements were introduced for beginners encountering flying yoga for the first time. The first movement, the 'Monkey' pose, begins by holding the hammock with both hands at shoulder width, with the backs of the hands facing upward. It is important to adjust the hammock to the position of the pelvic bone when lifting onto the toes while pressing the hammock down through a 'push grip.' After this, it proceeds by sitting with the tailbone slightly curled and spreading the legs to both sides, hooking the insteps of the feet into the hammock.

The second movement, 'Luna,' shows a flow that connects to the Monkey pose. It includes inserting one leg between the hammock, holding the hammock high with both hands, and then rotating the torso while pushing both hands forward. At this time, the key is to point the toes while being careful not to bend the wrists. The final 'Da Vinci' movement also, similar to the Monkey pose, involves positioning the hammock behind the back and then going through the process of balancing while lifting the legs in a sitting position with the tailbone curled.

Advice on Lack of Flexibility and Acrophobia

Before starting flying yoga, many people express concerns about a lack of flexibility or acrophobia. However, according to the expert's explanation in the video, even people who are not flexible can safely expand their body's range of motion and experience deep relaxation with the help of the hammock. Since the hammock plays the role of supporting the body, it actually helps in performing movements that are difficult to do alone.

However, if you have acrophobia and feel fear about hanging in high places, it is recommended to start step-by-step from a stage of utilizing the hammock in a position close to the floor, rather than attempting movements suspended in the air from the beginning. While the intensity is high enough to cause sweating because a lot of muscle strength is consumed during the process of performing the movements, the sense of achievement felt when succeeding in movements that one could not do on their own becomes the motivation to continue the exercise.