Restorative Yoga

Evolve, Explore, Restore

Restorative Yoga is a gentle form of yoga focusing on deep relaxation and rejuvenation. Restorative Yoga is accessible to people of all ages and abilities, and it is especially beneficial for those who are recovering from illness or injury, dealing with stress or anxiety, or looking for a way to restore and unwind.  Whether you’re new to yoga or an experienced practitioner, Restorative Yoga offers a gentle, nurturing practice that can help you find deep relaxation and restore your sense of peace.

The practice of Restorative Yoga involves passively holding a pose for an extended period of time. Poses are setup with the use of props to provide comfort and relaxation. Poses are typically held between 5 and 20 minutes and are designed to release tension and stress from the body.  This process allows the mind to calm and promote a sense of peace and comfort.

Some of the key benefits of Restorative Yoga include:

  • Deep relaxation: Restorative Yoga is designed to help you enter a state of deep relaxation, which can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep, and create an overall sense of calmness.
  • Physical restoration: The poses in Restorative Yoga help release tension and stress from the body, which can help improve circulation,  reduce pain and stiffness, and boost the immune system.
  • Mental and emotional balance: Restorative Yoga helps quiet the mind and calm the nervous system, which can help reduce feelings of anxiety and promote a sense of emotional balance.

Restorative Yoga is a practice that has its roots in the teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar, a renowned Indian yoga teacher who developed a style of yoga that emphasizes precision, alignment, and the use of props to support the body in the postures. Today, Restorative Yoga is practiced all over the world, in a variety of settings and contexts.

If you’re looking for a way to reduce stress, promote physical and emotional healing, Restorative Yoga is the key to unlocking your serenity. Check out our schedule for opportunities to join our Restorative Yoga sessions at Littleredyoga, LLC.