Yoga for Better Sleep
Studies have proven that yoga improves sleep, but how? What kinds of practices?
Stress, anxiety, depression, and hormonal shifts are persistent, frustrating sleep disruptors. In this series, learn tools, hone techniques, and leverage the movement, meditation and breathwork of yoga to harness the power of deep sleep.
If you've been struggling with your rest habits, Tamika Caston-Miller will give you the essential guide to getting better sleep.
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Heart Opening Recovery
Instructor: Tamika Caston-Miller //
Class Type: Yoga //
Class Style: Slow Flow //
Difficulty: All Levels //
Body Focus: Full Body //
Duration: 30 min //
Suggested Equipment: Yoga Props (Mat / Block / Blanket / Strap)
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30 min Feel Then Release Yin Yoga: Tamika
Connect to the deep sensations of the body through long held heart-opening poses, then rest deeply in an extended savasana.
Props: 2 blocks, 1 bolster, 2 blankets (3, if possible)
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Meditation for Sleep
Instructor: Tamika Caston-Miller //
Class Type: Meditation //
Class Style: Sleep //
Difficulty: All Levels //
Body Focus: Mind //
Duration: 15 min //
Suggested Equipment: Mat
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25 min Restorative Yoga Snack for Stress Release: Tamika
As long as you have a place to get comfortable, you will be able to enjoy this Restorative practice. Rehearse rest and calm the mind for inner peace, healing, and bliss.
Max props: 4 blankets, sofa, strap
Min. props: sofa, 1 blanket, eye covering
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30 min Sleep with Awareness Yoga Nidra: Tamika
Yoga Nidra is said to offer the equivalent of a 2 hour nap in 30 minutes. Known as The Goddess, dive into this paradigm-shifting practice to restore yourself to yourself.
