Lung & Large Intestine Meridians | Metal Element Yoga for Autumn

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Autumn is the season of the Metal Element, which governs the Lung and Large Intestine meridians. This is a time of letting go—just as the trees drop their ripe apples to the Earth, we too are invited to release the fruits of our labour, and relieve the burden of carrying a heavy load. Energetically, the Metal Element is associated with clarity, organisation, boundaries, and reflection, but when out of balance, it can manifest as sadness, or difficulty processing loss and the inability to grieve.

This Meridian yoga practice is designed to support your respiratory and digestive systems, helping you harmonise with the energy of autumn. By focusing on the Lung and Large Intestine meridians, we stimulate the flow of qi through breathwork, mindful movement, and simple poses that open the chest, shoulders, and abdominal area, with a focus on the meridians.