Restorative Yoga Postures: Calm your Body and Mind

Essential Tips for Practising

1. Create the Ambience:

Make sure the room is at a comfortable temperature along with dim lighting and soothing music. This assists in notifying the body and brain that it is okay to rest.

2. Make Use of Props:

The basis of restorative yoga poses is a prop. A prop supports the body and makes it possible to hold certain poses without experiencing significant discomfort.

3. Focus on Your Breath:

Breathing techniques with a slow and deep rhythm aid in relaxation. Remember to close your eyes and focus on your breath during each asana.

4. Stay Warm:

Since restorative yoga postures are nearly still, it is necessary to warm up before each posture.

Common Props Used

Props are central to how restorative yoga practices are done, as they assist you in maintaining comfort in each posture. Some common props you can use are listed below.

• Bolsters —

Firm cushions that support various poses

• Blankets —

Provide additional cushion and warmth

• Blocks —

Bring the floor closer to you, lowering the difficulty of poses

• Straps —

Help sustain stretches without muscle strain

Top Restorative Yoga Postures

1. Child's Pose (Balasana):

By moving forward and bending slightly, you can relax back and shoulder muscles. Lay a bolster beneath the upper region of your body as cervical support.

2. Reclining Bound Angle Pose (Supta Baddha Konasana):

This pose is suitable for relaxing and opening the hips and chest muscles. Place your knees on blocks or blankets if this is comfortable for you.

3. Supported Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana):

Put a small pillow or folded towel behind your lower back to provide support. This stance helps to expand the chest and spine muscles.

4. Savasana (Corpse Pose):

You need to lie down on your back with your arms extended to the side of your body with minimal movement; use a blanket for comfort.