When life is fast-paced and pressure is high, finding solutions to reduce stress and put an end to the situation insomnia, trouble sleeping is very important. Yoga before bed is one of the methods to help you relax and get ready for a good night's sleep. In this article, Nguyen will introduce to you 5 relaxing yoga moves before sleep, helps you relax your mind and body to achieve deep and restful sleep.
Neck rotation yoga movement
Gently rotate the neck from left to right to help relax the neck area, help blood circulation better, reduce neck aches and pains.
Cat And Cow Yoga Pose (Cat And Cow)
Cat And Cow Yoga Pose helps to stretch the back and neck muscles, improve flexibility and increase blood circulation to this area. It also helps to reduce stress and pain in back and neck, improve digestive system and help improve memory. This pose also helps to increase concentration and release psychological stress.
- Stand with your hands and knees shoulder-width apart, knees and hips kept in a straight line, wrists and shoulders also in line, back in a neutral position.
- Inhale – push your belly and chest down, create a curve in your back, gently lift your chin.
- Then, as you exhale, curl your back upward, drawing your chin toward your chest.
- And so repeat 5 times in this position will help your back more flexible.
Yoga movements hug two legs
Yoga poses that hug your legs help relieve tension and pain in your back and neck. It also helps to increase flexibility and stretch the thigh muscles. This pose also enhances blood circulation to the muscles and joints, improves digestion and helps to relax the mind.
Lie close to the ground, grab your knees with both hands, curl up and relax.
Lying pigeon pose
The pigeon pose in yoga helps to stretch the shoulders, back, and hips. It also enhances concentration and reduces stress. This pose also helps Improve breathing ability and reduce pressure on muscles and joints.
- Place your left foot on your right thigh, grab your thigh with both hands, then pull your leg towards your chest.
- Switch sides do the same.
Savasana (mummy) pose
This pose helps to relieve stress and eliminate stress, improve sleep and increase energy for the body. Savasana also improves blood circulation, lowers blood pressure and enhances memory.
- Straighten your arms and legs, inhale deeply and slowly, relaxing your whole body.
- Lie down for about 5-10 minutes.
Nguyen hopes that the above sharing will be effective and useful for your sleep. Besides, there are also many articles on health and yoga therapy at Nguyen's website Yoga, especially Youtube channel Nguyen has a lot of yoga exercises, please follow and look forward to Nguyen!