Too Exhausted to Move? You Need This Yin Yoga Practice (That You Can Do in Bed).

Yin yoga for exhaustion is a gentle practice designed for times when moving feels too difficult. The practice uses less effort and asks for stillness rather than pushing. All poses are done lying down, and the entire sequence can be done in bed. Props such as a bolster, stacked pillows, or blankets support the body so comfort and relaxation are easier to maintain. Each pose is held for about 3.5 to 4 minutes, with the first breaths used to adjust positioning. Silence is used after brief instructions to help focus inward. An extended Savasana at the end allows rest, with the option to fall asleep.

"Every single pose is done lying down, and yes, you can do the entire practice in bed. The poses are supported so you can practice finding stillness and a steady breath rhythm. The more you practice these two things, the more readily your body will come back to them at other points in your life. There's also an extended Savasana at the end, although you can also simply tune out and let the last pose take you into sleep."

"The idea behind yin yoga is that you remain still for several minutes in each pose. So you'll be in each of the poses for 3 ½ to 4 minutes each. I talk enough to share instructions on how to get into the pose, and then I'll leave you in silence so you can bring your focus inward and find space to rest."

"It helps to have props of some sort for this class. I'm using a bolster to bring a little more comfort to the poses, although if you don't have a bolster, you can reach for some couch cushions or bed pillows that you can easily stack to give you a lot of support. And each pose can also be done unsupported and fully flat without any props."

"Arrange your bolster, stacked bed pillows, folded blankets, or whatever you have on hand for props lengthwise along the center of the mat. The props will support your mid back, upper back, and the back of your head. Sit facing away from the props and slowly lower yourself onto the props in Supported Fish Pose. Take the first 10 breaths or so in each pose to make whatever little movements or adjustments to the props so everything feels comfortable for you."

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