Last week, our yoga practice included several restorative yoga poses (lying down bound-angle, supported bridge, and supported legs-up-the-wall) and standing and seated forward bends to alleviate the discomforts of menopause including hot flashes, anxiety, irritability, insomnia and night sweats. When practicing these poses, make sure you provide support for your neck and extremities by using soft cushioning such as pillows or rolled-up towels. Don't let any part of your body hang unsupported. Use folded blankets and/or large cushions or yoga bolsters to support the back and open the chest. These restorative poses use your energy to heal and calm the body, so don't make your body work to support itself instead. Light some candles, turn on some relaxing music, and enjoy yourself!
