Actress Han Guru recently offered a glimpse into her dedicated wellness routine, revealing a professional-grade flying yoga setup inside her home. In a housewarming video shared on her YouTube channel, Han Guru showcased two hammocks suspended from her living room ceiling, explaining that her passion for the sport led her to earn an official certification.
"I’ve been doing flying yoga for a long time, and even my children have learned it," she shared. The actress, who made headlines for her disciplined journey of losing 18kg after the birth of her twins, uses the hammocks daily to stretch her body and eliminate morning bloating. To create a personal sanctuary, she even designed a curtained-off area to practice in quiet, meditative lighting—a habit she credits for her stress relief and mental "healing."
A Total-Body Workout for Core and Circulation
Flying yoga, also known as aerial yoga, is a hybrid discipline that combines traditional yoga poses with elements of Pilates, dance, and gymnastics. By using a suspended hammock, practitioners can perform maneuvers that would be difficult or impossible on a mat.
Full-Body Activation: Maintaining balance in the air requires constant engagement of the core and stabilizing muscles, ensuring a balanced workout for the entire body.
Calorie Burning: As a moderate-intensity exercise, a 50-minute session can burn between 250 and 320 kcal, making it effective for weight management and cardiovascular health.
Spinal Decompression: Hanging upside down or leaning back into the hammock allows gravity to naturally decompress the spine. This relief is particularly beneficial for office workers or parents who experience chronic back tension.
Mental Clarity and Concentration
Beyond the physical gains, flying yoga is prized for its meditative qualities. The focus required to execute aerial poses forces the mind to stabilize, improving concentration. For many, like Han Guru, the sense of weightlessness serves as a powerful tool for emotional regulation and stress reduction.
Safety First: Who Should Be Cautious?
Despite its benefits, flying yoga is not suitable for everyone. The act of hanging upside down causes a temporary spike in blood pressure and intraocular (eye) pressure. Medical professionals advise that individuals with the following conditions should consult a doctor or avoid the practice:
Glaucoma or retinal diseases
High blood pressure
Severe arthritis or osteoporosis
Herniated discs in the neck or back
For beginners, the risk of falling or joint strain is higher. It is essential to start with a professional instructor, ensure a proper warm-up, and conduct safety inspections of all equipment. As Han Guru emphasized, her home setup was installed only after a rigorous safety check by professionals to prevent injury.
