Yoga for Better Sleep
Yoga for Better Sleep
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As a clinical psychologist, I know that sleep is vital for mental health and overall well-being. Both yoga and meditation can play a role in preparing your body and mind to relax. The practices below will help to reset your nervous system, activating your vagus nerve and helping your body move into "rest and digest" mode. Use these mindfulness strategies to develop your own bedtime routine.
Release Tension from Your Body Before Bed
1. 35 Minute Stay Strong, Stretch, and Open
1. 35 Minute Stay Strong, Stretch, and Open
FOCUS: standing poses to build strength plus floor poses to stretch
PROPS: 2 blocks
Engage in Meditation to Quiet Your Mind
Engage in Meditation to Quiet Your Mind
1. 20 Minute Mindful Movement for All Bodies
1. 20 Minute Mindful Movement for All Bodies
FOCUS: upper and lower body movements seated in chair
PROPS: 1 sturdy chair
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