Why not try yoga before bed? A great way to combat stress and anxiety, yoga is a way to sleep with a peaceful, soothed mind. So today, MyZen TV offers you 5 yoga postures to sleep well.

The child's posture

The child's posture

To sleep like a baby, opt for the child's posture! Get down on your knees and sit on your heels. Then open your knees, bend forward so that your forehead is on the floor and your chest is on your knees. Place your arms at your sides. Breathe in and out. The child's pose will allow you to refocus on yourself and to let go of all the tension in your body.

The eye of the needle posture

To perform the eye of the needle pose, simply lie on your back, bend your knees and bring your right knee towards your chest. Then place your left ankle over your right knee, keeping your hips straight. Finally, grab your right thigh and bring your right leg towards your chest. The eye of the needle posture will relax the muscles of your body but also your mind. You will be much more relaxed when you fall asleep.

The reclining butterfly posture

The reclining butterfly posture

Also known as the sleeping goddess pose, the reclining butterfly pose will relieve your stress, offering relaxation for the body and mind. Lie on your back, bend your legs and open your knees outwards, heels together.

The pigeon posture

The pigeon posture not only relaxes the hips, but also relieves the stress and anxiety of your daily life. You can sleep with peace of mind! To perform this pose, get down on all fours and bring your left knee forward and place your shin on the diagonal. Then slide your right leg back and lower your left buttock to sit on it. Breathe in, breathe out.

The lying twist posture

The lying twist posture

To relieve back tension and sleep peacefully, try the lying twist posture! On the floor or in bed, bend your knees and bring them over your stomach. Then tilt them to the right but keep your shoulders straight and glued to the floor. Place your hands on either side of your chest, palms facing the ceiling. Turn your head to the left. Then switch sides. Breathe in and out.

So, will you try these yoga postures to sleep well ?

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