5 best bedtime yoga asanas to reduce stress, improve sleep

MC Health Desk | February 23, 2026 | Images: Canva

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Child’s Pose is like curling up  into a small, safe ball. Folding  your body inward gently stretches your hips, thighs, and lower back

Balasana

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It also tells your brain to relax, helping stress and tension melt away. Try to stay in Child’s Pose for about two minutes, breathing slowly and deeply

Balasana

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Lie on your back and rest your legs against a wall. This helps blood flow back to your heart, slows your heartbeat, and can make you feel less tired

Viparita Karani

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It’s very calming. Stay here for three to five minutes and breathe gently

Viparita Karani

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Lie on your back and gently  twist your legs to one side while  keeping your shoulders on the floor  in the Reclined Spinal Twist

Supta Matsyendrasana

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This stretches the spine, relaxes back muscles, and gently massages your stomach, which can help with digestion. Hold each side for about one minute

Supta Matsyendrasana

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Sit with the soles of your feet together and knees falling outward in Bound Angle Pose. This opens your hips and can support hormonal balance

Baddha Konasana

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If comfortable, lean forward slightly  to stretch more. Stay for one to two minutes, breathing softly, and enjoy  the gentle opening in your body

Baddha Konasana

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Lie flat on your back with palms  facing up and let your whole body  be still in Corpse Pose. This is a deep  rest for your mind and body

Savasana

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It trains your mind to relax  as if preparing for continuous sleep.  Stay for about five minutes,  breathing calmly and slowly

Savasana

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