Therapeutic Yoga for Better Breathing and Deeper Sleep
Finding rest can be difficult when your body or breath feels restricted. I create gentle, personalized yoga plans to help you calm your nervous system, open your airways, and finally get the restorative sleep you need.
An introduction to my yoga program for Sleep Apnea, designed to calm the breath, open the airways, and help you achieve deep, restorative rest.
This graphic explains what Sleep Apnea is and how yoga helps by improving breath control, reducing stress, and enhancing overall sleep quality.
Learn how yoga helps with Sleep Apnea by strengthening the diaphragm and airway muscles, improving nasal airflow, and reducing inflammation.
A list of specific yoga poses for Sleep Apnea relief, including Bridge Pose to open the chest and Cobra Pose to strengthen respiratory muscles.
I teach specific pranayama techniques for Sleep Apnea, such as Bhramari (Humming Bee Breath) to calm the nervous system and Ujjayi (Ocean Breath) to strengthen the throat.
My sleep hygiene tips include practicing yoga a few hours before bed and trying Yoga Nidra or guided meditation for a deeper, more restful sleep.
Savasana (Corpse Pose) is the final relaxation in my insomnia routine, preparing the mind for deep sleep by allowing every part of the body to relax.
Balasana (Child's Pose) is a key pose for insomnia as it relieves stress and mental fatigue, calming the nervous system before bed.
Viparita Karani (Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose) is a deeply soothing pose that reduces insomnia and anxiety. I recommend staying here for 5-10 minutes before sleep.
Supta Baddha Konasana (Reclining Butterfly Pose) opens the hips and chest, promoting deep relaxation. I suggest using pillows for extra comfort.
About Better Breathing, Deeper Sleep
When we work on breathing or sleep issues, we do not force the body into traditional shapes. Instead, we use props like pillows, bolsters, and straps to support your posture. This allows your diaphragm to expand fully and your nervous system to settle into a state of rest without any physical strain.
Whether you are dealing with chronic issues like COPD, sleep apnea, or simply long nights of tossing and turning, the goal is the same: to move from a state of stress to a state of rest. My approach focuses on two core principles: Sthira (steadiness) and Sukha (comfort).
We start by addressing the breath. I teach specific techniques like Bhramari (humming breath) and Ujjayi (ocean breath) to soothe the vagus nerve, which signals your body to calm down. For sleep, we look at restorative poses like Viparita Karani (legs up the wall), which shifts blood flow and reduces the cortisol that keeps you awake.
For those with respiratory conditions, we incorporate gentle movements such as the Cobra Pose to open the chest area, helping you breathe more deeply and efficiently. This is not about building muscle mass. It is about creating space.
Because every body is different, our sessions are always 1-on-1. We adjust the sequence based on your energy levels that day. If you are having a flare-up, we swap intensive asanas for breathwork. If you are feeling stronger, we incorporate more movement. Consistency is the only secret here. By practicing these small, mindful movements, you teach your body how to relax on command.
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