Take time to decompress. Relieve stress. Reduce anxiety. Face the challenges and joys of life with steadiness and grace. That is what A Journey Into Yin Yoga will help you do.



Join world-renowned yoga instructor Travis Eliot as he guides you through this contemporary and effective approach for strengthening your mind, body, and spirit. You will learn about the origins and practice of yin yoga, a passive approach in which poses are held for a few minutes to target the connective tissues of the hips, pelvis, and lower spine. You will slowly and mindfully transition between poses as you gently allow those tissues to stretch, facilitating better circulation and joint health and improving flexibility. Throughout, you will learn the benefits, contraindications, alignment points, and modifications so you can adjust the poses to your needs and body type.



Eliot also explains eight breathing techniques and eight meditation practices for improved focus, reduced stress, and enhanced clarity. Ten ready-to-use sequences allow you to target specific goals, including better sleep, spine flexibility, and healthy hips, knees, and shoulders.



A Journey Into Yin Yoga presents over 50 yin yoga poses with stunning photos and detailed instruction, along with inspiring quotes, stories, and interviews from celebrities, doctors, and athletes. You will be inspired to discover your unique path to improved mental and physical strength and balance.



CE exam available! For certified professionals, a companion continuing education exam can be completed after reading this book. A Journey Into Yin Yoga Online CE Exam may be purchased separately or as part of the A Journey Into Yin Yoga With CE Exam package, which includes both the book and the exam.



“Travis Eliot’s special delivery of the practice of yin yoga has added a quality and dimension to our yoga community that’s irreplaceable!”

—Bryan Kest, Founder of Power Yoga



“A Journey Into Yin Yoga is a must read for any serious yoga student!”

—Tiffany Cruikshank, Founder of Yoga Medicine



"Yin has been life changing for me; however, I give the initial credit to Travis Eliot. He has this innovative ability to guide students to deeply hear the voice of yin and to taste and see the everlasting life-changing qualities of yin. I am eternally grateful for his unique ability to guide all of us on this yin journey.”

—Suzanne Imbruno Cobb, Owner of Panacea Yoga Studios



“Travis Eliot’s A Journey Into Yin Yoga elevates the science and practice of yin to a new level. Increased information demonstrating the importance of vagus nerve stimulation in controlling inflammation and lowering stress levels makes this a vital book for our times. Whether you are a regular practitioner of yoga, run marathons, do both, or are a couch potato, the information and poses in the book are accessible to you and are a must have for a healthy life!”

—Marilyn A. Solsky, MD, Fellow of the American College of Rheumatology



“Travis Eliot is an All-Star in the yin yoga world!”

—A.J. Pollock, Major League Baseball Player (Arizona Diamondbacks) and All-Star



“Travis Eliot has a really inspiring balance of insightful wisdom, dynamic encouragement, and a fun sense of humor. The importance of real dudes embracing yin practice for our well rounded well-being can’t be overstated. Travis’ teachings bring genuine love and offer a practice that is healing, inspiring, and effective. Bros, get your yin up!”

—Stic of dead prez, Hip Hop Artist, Founder of RBG Fit Club, Healthy Gangsta



“Travis Eliot’s vast knowledge of yin, and the science behind it, comes through, along with his personal dedication and passion. I highly recommend A Journey Into Yin Yoga!”

—Bernice Chao, Creative Director and President of TEDxCulverCity