What is the true purpose of restorative yoga? Restorative Yoga will help you relax completely which will boost your immune system. It is a great stress reliever for those times in your life when you are pushed to your limits. If you are someone who suffers from constant fatigue and illness, then restorative Yoga might be for you. Restorative students have a variety of reasons for attending classes on a regular basis. Most notably, students come to classes to recover, rejuvenate, and relax. Recovery from chemotherapy is needed and this is why you see this style in hospitals and oncology departments.
There are many benefits from the deep restfulness that comes from restorative Yoga. Some of the believed benefits are lowered blood pressure, a balancing of serum triglycerides and blood sugar, an increase in good cholesterol, improved digestive functions, reduction of muscle tension, increased restful sleep and reduction in fatigue.
The purpose of restorative Yoga is designed to provide support and help the body to relax during asana practice. This is often referred to as active relaxation. The poses also move the spinal column in all directions which goes along with the ancient principle of physical Yoga – the belief that a healthy spine promotes well-being.
You should also take the time to adjust your props so that you are comfortable. If a prop is out of place, you are out of alignment during your restorative Yoga session which defeats the purpose of what you are trying to accomplish. The purpose of restorative Yoga is the same as Hatha Yoga. However, the use of props makes it more “user friendly.”
• The first one is the simple Supported Back Bend. This pose stretches the lower middle back and opens the chest and shoulders and is good for relieving stress.
• Another posture is Viparita Karani. The purpose of this pose is gentle inversion. This Yoga pose is often called: “Legs-Up-the-Wall-Pose.”
• The third pose is the supported Pasichimottanasana or Forward Bend Pose. This pose is good for those who have lower back problems or tight hamstrings. It opens the leg muscles and stretches the back. It is a great resting position.
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