Yin Yoga Sequence for Better Sleep
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, autumn and the metal element, are all about creating routines. By building structures to support us through the coming cooler and darker months, we can soothe our nervous system. This is the time of year we need the structure of a good morning and evening routine. If you are having trouble switching off at night try this yin yoga sequence for better sleep.
This yin yoga sequence for better sleep is an integral part of your evening wind down routine. With regular practice you can build a familiar and predictable foundation that sets the tone for your bedtime. As the weather becomes more unpleasant and the darker nights draw in, this is the perfect time to start an evening yoga routine.
Balancing the Yin and Yang
Most of the time I want to head home, eat food and lay on the couch with Jackson until I finally drag myself to bed. During this time, I scroll – on my phone or on the tv, trying to find something to catch my attention. More often than not I end up watching something I’m not interested in or reading something on social media that leads to a massive dose of comparison syndrome.
Needless to say this is not the ideally balanced evening wind down routine, and it does not often lead to a restful and restorative sleep. But when I make the time (and effort) to practice a yin yoga sequence for better sleep I reap more benefits than a restorative slumber.
Yoga Sequence for Better Sleep
So here are my top 3 yoga poses to do before bed, to help you unwind and prepare you for a great sleep. The best part is that these poses can be done lying on your bed.
Dangling Pose
Start in dangling pose, feet hip distance apart and legs bent as much as you need.
Feel the ground under your feet and allow arms to hang or forearms can rest on thighs.
Stay for up to 3 minutes.
If you have high/low Blood Pressure, please don’t drop the head down below the heart, as it may make you feel dizzy.
Reclining Butterfly Pose
Come down to the floor and lay down with feet together, knees apart. Use blocks or cushions to support knees if needed.
Rest here and focus on the breath for up to 5 minutes.
Half Happy Baby Pose
Bend knees and place feet flat on floor. Slowly draw right knee in towards chest, taking sole of foot up towards ceiling. Hold foot or behind knee.
Remain here for up to 4 minutes and then repeat on the opposite side.
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