Do you keep turning sides for hours at night to fall asleep? Does the stress of the day keep you awake? If yes, then yoga can be a panacea for you. Doing some special yoga asanas before going to bed can reduce stress and improve the quality of sleep.
Yoga balances the body and mind together. Yoga postures performed slowly help relieve stress and relax the body. Regular exercise can help relieve sleep problems.
Balasana (Child's Pose) –
In this asana, bend your knees and rest your forehead on the floor. This asana calms both the back and the mind.
Extreme Karani (Feet up the Wall)
In this asana, lie down on your back and keep your legs straight on the wall. This asana relieves leg fatigue and increases blood circulation.
Baddha Konasana (Butterfly Pose)
This asana opens the pelvis and relieves stiffness caused by excessive sitting or strenuous exercise.
Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose)
Lie down on your stomach and place your hands under your shoulders and slowly lift them up. This asana keeps the spine flexible and relieves stress.
Shavasana (Corpse Pose)
The last and most important asana is this. In this the body is completely relaxed and the mind is calm.
How long will this take?
Do these asanas for about 15-20 minutes before sleeping. With regular practice, you will soon see the difference. Remember, yoga is a gradual exercise. You will get more benefits only if you do it regularly. Also, reduce the use of mobile phones, TV and computers before sleeping. Try to sleep in a quiet and dark room. Yoga is a good option for better sleep. Include it in your routine and live a stress-free life.