Yoga for Women's Health: Clinical Therapy & Hormonal Balance
I guide you through the natural cycles of your body using traditional yoga therapy. Whether you are managing PCOS, navigating perimenopause, or seeking postpartum healing, these practices restore balance and comfort.
Malasana, or the garland pose, is one of the most beneficial asanas for women's health. This video demonstrates several variations to support issues from menstrual pain and PCOS to prenatal and postpartum care by increasing blood flow to the pelvic region.
For any female yoga practitioner, I recommend these two essential books. In this video, I introduce the 'Navayogini Tantra' for a holistic spiritual approach and Geeta S. Iyengar's 'Yoga: A Gem for Women' for practical guidance on adapting your practice for menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause.
As a yoga mom, my practice is woven into the fabric of my daily life. This video shares some of my non-negotiable morning rituals, like drinking warm water in Malasana, using Nasya oil, and chanting Japa. It is a glimpse into how yogic principles can ground a busy life.
About Yoga for Women's Health
Malasana is more than a squat; it is a vital tool for pelvic and reproductive health. In my sessions, I teach specific variations of this asana to assist with menstrual pain and pelvic tension, but we always modify the intensity based on your medical history and current range of motion.
Yoga for women is not about rigid poses or hitting fitness targets. It is about aligning your practice with your physiology, whether you are dealing with hormonal imbalances, PCOS, or the transition into motherhood. My clinical approach begins with a detailed assessment of your medical history and emotional state, ensuring that the sequence we build is safe for your specific stage of life.
We integrate Pranayama to regulate the nervous system, which is crucial when managing stress-related hormonal shifts. For pelvic health, we focus on asana and restorative techniques that increase blood flow to the reproductive organs rather than pushing through discomfort. I often reference texts like 'Navayogini Tantra' and Geeta Iyengar's 'Yoga: A Gem for Women' to help my students understand how to adapt their practice across their life cycles.
This is not a generic group class. It is a therapeutic process that includes lifestyle guidance, such as Ayurvedic daily routines and gentle movement patterns, designed to support you beyond the screen. If you are experiencing symptoms like insomnia, fatigue, or chronic back pain, we will look at how your breath can serve as the first point of intervention. The goal is to create a space where you feel safe enough to heal, acknowledging that real transformation requires patience.
Manasa Rao
I am Dr. Manasa. My practice is rooted in a PhD-backed understanding of yoga, viewing every transition—menstruation, pregnancy, or perimenopause—as a sacred part of your life rather than a problem to be fixed. I help you build a practice that feels like home, using clinical therapy to restore your inner balance.
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