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Reduce stress, fight anxiety and depression with these 8 best yoga poses to sleep well
Benefits of yoga: Tossing and turning, restless nights, and waking up groggy are all too familiar symptoms of poor sleep. In the humdrum of your life, achieving quality rest can often feel like a far cry. However, yoga offers a gentle yet powerful solution to help calm the mind and prepare your body for a good sleep.
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Insufficient sleep can have serious consequences on your health. Research has linked inadequate sleep to a myriad of health issues, including obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and impaired cognitive function. Additionally, poor sleep can weaken the immune system, increase stress levels, and contribute to mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression. Introducing yoga into your bedtime routine may offer a natural remedy to improve sleep quality and overall well-being. Check out these 7 yoga poses to achieve a restful sleep (Image: Canva)
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Child pose (Balasana): Start by kneeling on the floor, then gently lower your torso forward until your forehead touches the ground. Extend your arms in front of you or alongside your body. Hold this pose for several deep breaths, focusing on relaxing the muscles of the back, shoulders, and hips (Image: Canva)
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Standing forward bend (Uttanasana): Stand with your feet hip-width apart, then slowly hinge forward from the hips, allowing your upper body to fold over your legs. Let your head and neck hang heavy, and gently grasp opposite elbows with your hands if comfortable. Hold this pose for a few breaths to release tension in the spine and hamstrings (Image: Canva)
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Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose (Viparita karani): Lie on your back near a wall, then extend your legs upward, resting them against the wall. Keep your arms relaxed by your sides, palms facing up. Close your eyes and focus on your breath as you allow gravity to gently stretch the back of your legs and promote relaxation (Image: Canva)
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Reclining bound angle pose (Supta baddha konasana): Lie on your back with the soles of your feet together and knees bent, allowing your knees to fall open to the sides. Place your hands on your abdomen or let them rest by your sides. Close your eyes and breathe deeply, feeling a gentle opening in the hips and chest (Image: Canva)
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Cat-cow pose (Marjaryasana-bitilasana): Start on your hands and knees, then inhale as you arch your back and lift your chest (cow pose). Exhale as you round your spine and tuck your chin to your chest (cat pose). Flow smoothly between these two poses, syncing movement with breath to release tension in the spine (Image: Canva)
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Seated forward bend (Paschimottanasana): Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you. Inhale to lengthen your spine, then exhale as you fold forward from the hips, reaching for your feet or shins. Relax your head and neck, and hold the pose for several breaths to stretch the spine and calm the mind (Image: Canva)
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Corpse pose (Savasana): Lie flat on your back with your arms and legs extended comfortably by your sides, palms facing up. Close your eyes and allow your body to completely relax, releasing any remaining tension. Focus on your breath and let go of any thoughts or distractions as you surrender to deep relaxation (Image: Canva)
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When to avoid: Avoid practicing these poses if you have specific medical conditions or injuries; it's advisable to consult with a doctor or certified yoga instructor beforehand. Pregnant women should also exercise caution and adapt poses as necessary for safety. Seek professional guidance before attempting complex yoga poses. If you have any concerns regarding your sleep or other health matters, consult with a doctor for personalised advice and recommendations (Image: Canva)
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