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5 Reasons You Should Try Aerial Yoga

December 18, 2016 By Melanie 4 Comments

aerial-yoga-1Ah, the weekend. Every Friday evening it brings the promise of rest, relaxation and of course – fun! I originally had some major touristy things planned, like ice skating and viewing the Rockefeller Christmas Tree… but unfortunately the weather had other things in mind. Which is why, when I awoke to icy rain and slushy snow this Saturday, I booked an Aerial Yoga class at Studio Anya instead. I mean, “flying into the weekend” sounded almost as fun as skating into it.

Located on the 8th floor of a building in Flatiron, the bright and warm studio was the perfect escape from the dreary, cold weather. The room itself is very spacious with a dozen or so grey, turquoise and lilac silk hammocks hanging from the ceiling and a generous amount of greenery decorating the windows. After hanging up my coat, I found an open hammock near the mirror and waited for it to be adjusted by the instructor, Sunny.

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Once everyone had their hammocks adjusted for their height, the class began. We soared, stretched, flipped, and inverted ourselves into various positions for about an hour before ending in a really cozy, suspended Savasana. Not only was it a great workout but it was also SO much fun!

For those of you who are hesitant to try Aerial Yoga (sometimes referred to as Anti-Gravity Yoga) here are a few reasons why taking your practice off your mat might just be the best thing you’ll ever do.

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Flying Is Fun

Seriously, this is the #1 reason why you should try it. I even dragged my boyfriend, Bay, to an Aerial Yoga class a few months ago and despite his usual disdain for yoga – he had a blast. There’s something almost childlike about spinning and flipping yourself upside down in the air. You’ll make mistakes, you’ll laugh, and even if you don’t nail every pose, you’ll have a good time!

You’ll Discover How Flexible You Can Be

I’ve reiterated my lack of natural flexibility countless times (just read my flexibility post HERE) and yet when I was suspended in the air I found that the full range of motion helped me stretch further than I typically can on the ground. The hammocks help you focus on proper alignment and gravity really plays a role in deepening each of your stretches. It’s a great way to get better at poses that you’ve been incorporating into your regular practice.

Spinal Decompression Feels Amazing

If you sit at a computer desk all day like myself or if you’re simply suffering from lower back pain, Aerial Yoga is perfect for you. When you are suspended upside down, your spine is slowly able to decompress as space is found in between each disk and your vertebrae reverts to it’s correct alignment. You may even feel your back crack a few times during class!

It Builds Upper Body & Core Strength

Hello abs! Instead of relying on your legs, Aerial Yoga requires you to pull your body into various poses using your arms and core alone. It’s a great way to intensify your strength training and build the power needed to eventually do handstands or arm balances on the ground.

Inversions Are Super Easy

Ha – that’s probably the first time I’ve ever written that sentence before. If any of you have tried headstands, handstands, or forearmstands before you’ll know they are far from “easy.” Yes, after a lot of practice you’ll eventually feel confident in inversions, but this can take years and years of training. That’s because when you practice inversions on your mat you’re fighting against gravity, whereas in Aerial Yoga you are working with gravity. Hanging out upside down becomes comforting and can be done safely, without any risk of falling flat on your face!

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Are you ready to take your practice into the air? Here are a few tips that’ll help you get through your first class: 

  • Eat a healthy meal 2 hours before to prevent getting sick
  • Avoid wearing any jewelry or leggings that have zippers
  • Make sure you’re properly hydrated and bring some water in case you start to feel lightheaded
  • Put your hair in a bun or ponytail
  • Wear a top with sleeves to ease the discomfort of having the silk hammocks under your armpits
  • Bring a friend who can snap a photo of you when you’re done!

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Just a note of warning – you may experience some dizziness and discomfort during class. There are a few poses where the silk hammocks press into your pressure points, which can feel a bit unpleasant. Remember to honor your body and choose to opt out of a pose if it feels painful. Since you’ll be upside down for a very long time, a little dizziness is completely normal and the more you practice being inverted, the less lightheaded you’ll feel.

I truly loved my Aerial Yoga experience and can’t wait to get back in the hammocks. I’m going to do my best to attend a class once a week – so for those of you who have ClassPass and want to join me just give me a shout! I love meeting up with new fittie friends.

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  1. Jules says

    December 18, 2016 at 12:36 pm

    Such a beautiful space! Love the tips – and definitely convinced me to try aerial again! Let’s go together soon! <3

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    • Melanie says

      December 22, 2016 at 12:54 pm

      Thanks, Jules! Let’s make it happen. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Grace at leangirlsclub says

    December 20, 2016 at 7:25 pm

    I love how Aerial Yoga forces me out of my comfort zone. We are often so stuck in our heads with fear or how we look or how much we weigh – can this silk hold me? Yes, it can! And yes, the spinal decompression is AMAZING.

    I recently tried Aerial Physique which is a little different and will be blogging about it next week. Either way, you’ve convinced me to try aerial yoga again.

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    • Melanie says

      December 22, 2016 at 12:55 pm

      Yes!! It’s definitely intimidating at first but once you realize that the silk can hold up to 1000 lbs the fear goes away. 🙂 I’m so glad you want to try it again! Can’t wait to hear how you liked Aerial Physique… I’ll be on the lookout for your blog post.

      Reply

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It may technically still be winter here in NYC but It may technically still be winter here in NYC but I’m dreaming that I’m laying on a tropical beach somewhere. 🏝🛁 Thankfully I have my tub, a loving husband who puts up with my shenanigans and these super delicious @yasso Chocolate Dipped Greek Yogurt bars to help create the right vibes!! 
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I’ve been a huge fan of Yasso bars for years and was SO excited when they released these chocolate dipped bars! 🥰 They’ve got such a great crunch on the outside and the same creamy, deliciousness on the inside. 🙌🏻 I love how indulgent they taste while also being less calories than similar frozen treats on the market. 
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Just a very real moment in my day to day life... a Just a very real moment in my day to day life... a glam face to shoot for a brand 💄 (spot the tripod in the window), a shirt with no pants and slippers, two completely unpolished nails 💅🏻, a giant pile of clothes on the floor because I’ve let my laundry 🧺 get the best of me, and a mirror that desperately needs to be dusted. 
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Sending you all love and hugs 🤗. #RealityCheck
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🚨. It’s the first day of March and nearly one year ago that the pandemic turned the world upside down. 😷 
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I’ve been riding a lot of emotional rollercoasters with life in general lately and knew that I wanted to create something to keep me grounded in practices that better my mind and body this month. 
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✨ 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟑𝟎 𝐃𝐚𝐲 “𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐬” 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞. ✨
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This is an opportunity to incorporate various healthy habits into our daily routines throughout the entire month and beyond. 💕 
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But more importantly, it’s a chance for us to connect, make friends and remember that we are all in this journey called life together. 😊 
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Head to Headstandsandheels.com (link in bio) to download the challenge calendar and join my private Facebook group!! There’s already some amazing women who have joined early and we are ready to kick off this month strong together. 👏🏻 Challenge officially starts tomorrow! 
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In addition to the challenge I’m also partnering with 4️⃣ incredible fitness instructors to bring you all a 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐲 𝐈𝐆 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄!❤️ Check my story highlights for the schedule and save the dates.
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So who’s joining me with the challenge or fitness Friday workouts this month!? Leave a comment and let me know! 😊 #HealthyHabitsChallenge #MondayMotivation
It may be winter outside, but I'm channeling all t It may be winter outside, but I'm channeling all the Spring vibes indoors! 💐 Unfortunately I can't trick my dry skin into acting like it's not winter, which means my entire skincare routine is focused on being gentle, nourishing and hydrating. 🥰 
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You all know how much I've been loving the @yesto Avocado collection and the #yesto Daily Cream Cleanser is truly one of the biggest stars for me. 🥑I love how creamy and rich the lather is! Plus it's fragrance-free, cruelty-free and made from 95% natural ingredients (including avocado oil)! 
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Definitely recommend adding this to your winter skincare must haves. #yestoambassador Shop it now at @ultabeauty 🎉💕
Happiness can be found in the simplest of things: Happiness can be found in the simplest of things:
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☀️ Sunshine and “Spring” weather after weeks of winter gloom 
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🐶 The enthusiastic way a dog greets you after you’ve only left your home for 5 min 
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🪴 Watching a new baby leaf pop up in a plant 
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☕️ The mesmerizing way milk mixes with espresso to form an iced latte 
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🧘🏻‍♀️ Feeling so strong during a workout that you catch yourself smiling because you’re actually having fun 
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🍪 The smell of freshly baked cookies 
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🎶 When a song comes on that gives you ALL THE FEELS and transports you back in time 
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📖 That part in a good book that makes you stay up an extra hour because you just can’t put it down 
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🤗 Texting a friend something random but their response just shows how much they “get you”
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🌈 And the knowledge that no matter how hard things may be, there will always be brighter days ahead
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Wishing you all a very happy Friday!! Thank you to @nutritionsqueezed and @morehealthyjoy for requesting to see Chip & Nina! 🐶 
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And thank you to ALL of you who put in specific content requests this week. It was so fun letting you “takeover” my account! 💕 #MyHappyHome
What’s your go to healthy breakfast? 🍳 🍌🫐 
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Here are 6 of my personal favorites but the two I probably have on repeat are Greek yogurt and oatmeal. 🤪 Because let’s be real, they really only serve as vehicles for yummy toppings like chia jam, nut butter, caramelized bananas, granola, fresh fruit and sometimes if I’m feeling really dangerous... chocolate. 🥰 🍫 
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Thanks to @camilikeatanktop, @astepfullofyou and @beaerdelyszky for requesting another art doodle. 🎨 Went back to colored pencils for this one! #BreakfastIdeas #ArtHour
Just creating my own little jungalow to beat the w Just creating my own little jungalow to beat the winter blues. 🪴✨ {Swipe for a little plant watering footage} 
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (aka: SAD) is something I’ve struggled with off and on this winter. ❄️ 
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There are all kinds of studies that share how plants have been known to increase productivity and provide an emotional boost... and although I can’t speak for anyone else, filling my home with these green beauties has 💯% helped me on mentally tough days. 🪴✨
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Bringing🌱 nature 🌱indoors is my way to cope with winter in the city and I’d love to hear if you do the same! Share your favorite houseplant. 💕
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Thanks @costiu for requesting for more plant content! 🥰🪴 #Houseofplantlovers #plantsmakepeoplehappy
A little weekend morning mood-boosting recipe: a h A little weekend morning mood-boosting recipe: a hot bath with lots of bubbles 🛁 , a yummy smelling candle, my gratitude journal and these super yummy Hello Happy Gummy Worm vitamins from @ollywellness! ☀️🥰 
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I've been taking two of these Vitamin D and Saffron filled gummies every morning and can honestly say they've been such an easy (and important) part of my morning routine. 👏🏻
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They taste like a tropical dream (pineapple and orange) and I love that they support brain health + have major antioxidants. 🍊🍍I've linked them in my Stories if you'd like to try them out! #happyinsideout #sponsored
Wakey wakey, Upper East Siders. 👋🏼 Bay and I Wakey wakey, Upper East Siders. 👋🏼 Bay and I went to the sweetest speakeasy in the city yesterday and I’m giving you the full scoop. 💕🍦
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Swipe 👈🏼 for some BTS footage of our date night in the Upper East Side, which started with brunch at @quality_eats, dessert & cocktails at @theuesnyc (an ice cream parlor in the front/ cocktail lounge in the back!) and a snowy walk in Central Park to watch the sunset. 🥰❄️ 
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I hope you all are having a lovely weekend! ❤️ #UES #NYCLife
Nina and I are riding a high after last night’s Nina and I are riding a high after last night’s Dog Yoga charity class benefitting @socialteesnyc. 💕🐶 {Swipe to see some of the BTS} 
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Thank you SO much to everyone who donated and attended!! I had a blast watching all the pups (and a few kitties 🐱) play along and try yoga for the first time. Definitely a great way to end the week! 
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I would love to do another charity yoga class again soon but wanna hear from you!! How do you feel about virtual events? Are you tired of them? Or would you like to see more? 🎉  #MelDoesYoga #YogaWithDogs #MyYogaLife
I'm always down to add a little more color and sun I'm always down to add a little more color and sunshine into my life, so you can bet I was super excited to try these NEW Hello Happy Gummy Worms from @ollywellness!! ☀️ 
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Let me tell you -- these wiggly little Vitamin D and Saffron filled gummies are the TASTIEST vitamins I've ever had. 🥰 I've shared my journey with supplements before but here's something that I've found to be very true. When the vitamins I have taste good, I'm so much better at taking them regularly. 🍊🍍Anyone else relate? 
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Alongside the gummy worms I'm also trying out OLLY's Sleep gummies which taste like blackberry and are filled with melatonin and botanicals to promote a more restful sleep. 💤 
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I can't wait to take you on this journey with me! If you'd like to try them for yourself, you can find them at @target! Which one would you reach for? 🤔#happyinsideout #sponsored
Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day and I’m sha Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day and I’m sharing 5️⃣0️⃣ different ways you can spread some kindness (today and year ‘round) on my blog! 💕
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I think we could all use a little more kindness in our lives, whether that be for the people we love or even treating ourselves with more grace and compassion. 🥰
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If everyone was to do something nice for someone else just think how much more beautiful this world would be. 🌎 
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I’d love to hear from YOU — what is one simple random act of kindness you can try today? 
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#spreadkindness #randomactsofkindness {📸: @phoebecheongphotography}
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