Struggling to fall asleep? Yoga can be a natural remedy to ease stress, relax the body, and calm the mind before bed.
These seven gentle poses promote relaxation, relieve tension, & prepare you for a deeper, more restful sleep. Try them before bedtime to improve sleep quality & wake up refreshed.
Child’s Pose (Balasana): This pose relieves tension in the back, hips, and shoulders while deep breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation and sleep.
Legs Up the Wall (Viparita Karani): Resting your legs against a wall improves circulation, reduces swelling, calms the nervous system, & promotes deep relaxation for better sleep.
Corpse Pose (Savasana): Savasana, a key relaxation pose, helps release tension, calm the mind, and promote deep relaxation for better sleep.
Supine Spinal Twist (Supta Matsyendrasana): This gentle twist relieves spinal tension, aids digestion, & calms the nervous system, helping you unwind for better sleep.
Forward Fold (Uttanasana): This forward bend stretches the spine, boosts circulation, reduces stress, and calms the mind for better sleep.
Reclining Bound Angle Pose (Supta Baddha Konasana): This pose opens the hips & chest, promotes deep breathing, & releases tension, helping the body relax for sleep.
Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana): This forward bend stretches the back & legs, calms the nervous system, eases anxiety, & promotes relaxation for sleep.