Three years ago, I filmed a Chair Yoga and Meditation from my parents’ home. I wanted to challenge myself to learn more about Chair Yoga and make my YouTube channel more accessible. Accessibility has always been one of my top priorities as a Yoga teacher.
My nana started watching the video and loves it, so I wanted to film a practice based on her requests. She wanted to do yoga in bed, which is very much a vibe in 2020. So here you go! A 40-minute practice to gently open up the body and reduce stress. Try it in the morning, at night, or whenever you just want to retreat to your room and shut out everything else.
Do I need props? I would keep pillows and blankets nearby. They’re not necessary, although we do move through a Restorative Bridge posture, which is best done with support under your sacrum. Bolsters or yoga blocks work too!
What if my bed is really soft? The hard floor feels better on some postures, so adjust your body accordingly. I found myself completing a few postures with pillows underneath my head. Get comfortable. This posture is about gently opening the body – not challenging yourself physically or breaking a sweat.
What if a pose feels uncomfortable? You should feel a gentle stretch in the body, but not too much more than that. First, grab some props and see if that takes some strain off the body. If your body just isn’t calling for the posture, continue with the previous posture, move into Savasana, or try a posture that feels better for your body. Even if you lie down for 40 minutes and breathe, you’re still doing Yoga.
Enjoy this 40-minute Restorative Yoga Practice In Bed!
Have questions? Feedback? Suggestions? Throw them in the comment section! I want to do what I can to help you feel more comfortable and enjoy Yoga in 2020.