Ojai Yoga Crib 2007 Online Yoga Video Clips. Paul Grilley. Fold Forward and Bend Backwards.

In this clip, Paul Grilley shares his theory that Paschimottanasana (Caterpillar) and Supine Virasana (or Saddle) are the two most important postures in the yoga practice. They stress the body in the areas that we are the most timid about and therefore stagnant. Our hips, sacrum and back.

Paul Grilley, the Godfather of Yin Yoga, is one of our most favorite teachers. His command over and facility with the physical and subtle anatomy make his lectures rich, deep and penetrating. His teacher, Dr. Motoyama, developed the theory that our nadis/meridians can be "found" in our connective tissue and through long slow passive holds we not only create more phsyical mobility and suppleness, but also promote the movement of prana/chi through the body. You can see more online yoga videos of Paul from Lulu Bandha's here. Or purchase his amazing DVDs from our pals at Pranamaya.