We’ve all been there; it’s 2:00am, and you’re still tossing and turning. So frustrating! Insomnia affects 54% of adults in the United States at one time or another (Yoga Journal). The good news is, studios show that yoga can help you fall asleep; and you don’t even have to get out of bed. When you’re unable to slip into a sweet slumber, try these yoga postures from the comfort of your cushy mattress:
Balasana or Child’s Pose:
Simply roll onto your belly, slide your knees up to either side of your torso, bring your big toes to touch, and relax your forehead into a pillow or your mattress. For added comfort, support your torso with a pillow as well. And breathe.
Viparita Karani or Legs-up-the-wall Pose:
If your bed is against a wall, this pose will work great for you. Lie on your back, and begin to slide your feet up the wall while you shimmy your sits-bones closer to the wall. Once your sits-bones reach the wall, try to relax your entire body. You’ll look like an L from the side.
Supported Supta Baddha Konasana:
Lie on your back, bring the soles of your feet together, and let your knees fall open. Place a pillow under each knee, and maybe place a warm washcloth over your eyes. Place one hand on your heart and the other on your belly, and allow your body to relax and surrender.
Now, enjoy the sweet bliss that comes with approaching sleepiness!
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