A twisting practice to help us energise Ming Men. In Taoist yoga we use ming men, which means “gate of life”, which is a key energetic point on the spine situated between your kidneys. In Vedic yoga it corresponds with the Swaddistana chakra which is related to the water element. This energy point helps to pump energy around the system in TCM - almost like an energy "accelerator". This practice through twisting massages this area in your body - and is a wonderful spinal practice even if you're not entirely convinced by the energetic benefits propounded by Traditional Chinese Medicine.