Women's Health Yoga: Therapeutic Iyengar for PMS and Menopause
We don't just teach postures; we teach how to work with your body's natural rhythms. From managing PMS symptoms to navigating menopause, we use precise alignment and props to support your reproductive health.
This session for women in their 40s rethinks conventional strength. We explore how yoga builds a different kind of power, moving beyond push-ups to integrated movements like Urdhva Dhanurasana (Upward Bow Pose) that strengthen the entire body.
Part of my Pre-Menstrual Practice course, this video details an advanced restful practice. It is for experienced practitioners who experience distressful PMS symptoms, offering a deeper, more nuanced sequence to find relief.
How should you exercise in the days leading up to menstruation? This clip introduces the concept of a supported practice, using poses like Utthita Trikonasana (Triangle Pose) with adjustments to make it energizing yet less tiring.
For those curious about managing PMS symptoms with yoga, I offer a free introductory recording. This is a simplified, beginner-friendly practice that provides an accessible entry point into the benefits of yoga for menstrual health.
Why do women experience premenstrual symptoms? This video explains the hormonal shifts and how asanas, like this supported Supta Baddha Konasana, can help mitigate the effects by calming the nervous system and creating space in the abdomen.
I call these the "4 noble truths of PMS." This clip explains that while the hormonal cycle is natural, we have effective tools to manage dysfunctional symptoms. Asanas are a key part of this toolkit, offering a path to greater comfort and ease.
This is a follow-along version of my simple menstrual practice, designed without detailed instructions for when you are familiar with the poses. It is ideal for days when you need gentle movement to ease cramps, backaches, and fatigue.
Part 2 of the simple menstrual practice provides detailed instructions and demonstrations. It is suitable for newcomers and shows how to use props like a chair and bolster to support the body in poses like Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose).
This video introduces the four basic principles of a menstrual practice. It explains the "why" behind the practice, such as creating space in the abdomen and avoiding compression, so you can practice with intelligence and awareness.
A supported Supta Padangusthasana (Reclining Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose). This pose is excellent for women's health as it gently stretches the hamstrings and opens the hips without compressing the abdomen, promoting circulation in the pelvic region.
About Women's Health: A Supportive Practice
You won't find generic stretching here. We use props like chairs, bolsters, and ropes to create space in the pelvic region and calm the nervous system. Whether you are dealing with menstrual cramps or hot flashes, our practice is designed to support your body's rhythms rather than exhaust it through intense exercise.
Women's health in the context of Iyengar yoga is about more than fitness. When estrogen and progesterone levels fluctuate, the nervous system requires a specific kind of support. We do not apply a 'one size fits all' approach to menstrual health. Instead, we use restorative sequences—like supported Supta Baddha Konasana and inverted poses—to reduce inflammation, improve lymphatic drainage, and soothe the hypothalamus.
For women in their 40s transitioning through menopause, our focus shifts to bone density and joint resilience. We adapt weight-bearing asanas using props to load the joints safely, creating firmness without strain. Our methodology is rooted in the Iyengar alphabet, breaking down complex actions into micro-movements that you can manage at home.
If you are struggling with discomfort, fatigue, or mood swings, our diagnostic consultations in Cooke Town, Bangalore, allow us to map your specific structural imbalances. We then build a personalized plan that combines philosophy with practical, anatomical adjustments. This is not about perfect postures; it is about finding an intelligent practice that sustains you through every stage of your life. We offer everything from introductory foundation courses for beginners to specialized immersion workshops for those seeking deep, therapeutic relief.
The Practice Room
We started The Practice Room with a simple goal: to share the depth of yoga, not just the physical exercise. Whether you're navigating the discomfort of a monthly cycle or the changes of menopause, we’re here to help you understand your body, not just manage it.
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