Insomnia? Try Yoga To Get More Sleep
Yoga is well known for it's benefits when it comes to being flexible and less anxious
, however a lesser known benefit is that of restful sleep.
We've all been there, when we may have something on our mind and no matter how hard we try, we cannot drop off to sleep. We lay awake worrying about how our sleeplessness will affect our performance at work the next day. It evolves into a cycle of less sleep and plenty of anxiety. In the morning we get up feeling dreadful, yet we have to get through a whole day in the office, then cook for the family when we get home, do the laundry and more.
Yoga can ease insomnia as a physical activity that will relax the body and the mind. The stretching of the body can release muscle tension caused by stress. The focus on breathing can help to calm the mind and body. With regular practice, you'll find yourself feeling less stressed, less tense and you will fall asleep easier when it comes around to bedtime.
You don't have to work out with any particular form of the variety of yoga types. By searching on Google for yoga and insomnia you will be presented with information developed by yoga professionals and practitioners who have also had to manage insomnia and who have found yoga to be particularly helpful.
Yoga is not an exercise that you will need to have to join an expensive gym to partake in. It's possible to practice privately at home in the comfort of your own living room. There is also a plethora of information on the internet that can be used for this purpose. Instructions with illustrations can be downloaded from online or alternatively you can find videos to watch with demonstrations.
A popular method for home yoga practitioners is to purchase a DVD. A complete demonstration is performed by an experienced and knowledgeable yoga teacher. You can pause the recording or even rewind it if you need to watch a particular pose or move again. With these DVDs it's possible to practise yoga as part of your evening ritual before you go to bed, as part of a relaxation routine.
Yoga is something that is more enjoyable if it's practised at your own pace and in your own schedule.
Take note that yoga can be practised by all age ranges as it is generally a set of stretching moves and some relaxation exercises that even the elderly can do. The elderly are more prone to sleep issues so could benefit from doing the activity. However, anybody taking up a new exercise should take the time to check with their medical doctor prior to getting started.
Integrating yoga into your daily routine will not only help with sleep, but it will also provide more calm and serenity to your day. Don't be surprised if you find yourself more in tune with your intuition either.
by: Thomon Wardle
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