You want to gain more balance in your cycle through yoga asana – but how?
I have been suffering cycle imbalances for a long time through high intense dance training, eating disorders and chronic stress.
Luckily, I discovered yoga as a practice to not only better connect with myself - but more importantly, to balance my cycle, which was probably one of the reasons - I had a cycle again.
Yoga is an ancient practice that offers a holistic approach to general health and well-being, and it can be especially beneficial for women or people with a menstrual cycle who are experiencing menstrual irregularities.
The practice of yoga asanas supports you in regulating hormones, reducing stress, and improving overall reproductive health.
I am happy to share my five yoga asanas with you, that can help balance the female cycle and releasing period irregularities.
Why?
Stimulates the ovaries and improves blood circulation to the pelvic region.
Relieves menstrual discomfort and helps in regulating menstrual flow.
Reduces stress and anxiety, which can impact hormonal balance.
How to Practice?
Sit on the floor with your legs straight out in front of you.
Bend your knees and bring your feet together, allowing your knees to fall out to the sides.
Hold your feet with your hands, pulling them gently towards your pelvis.
Keep your spine straight and breathe deeply, holding the pose for 1-2 minutes.
Why?
Opens up the hips and groin area, promoting relaxation and stress relief.
Alleviates symptoms of PMS and menstrual cramps.
Encourages blood flow to the reproductive organs, aiding in hormonal balance.
How to Practice?
Start by sitting in Baddha Konasana.
Slowly recline back onto the floor, using your hands for support.
Rest your back and head on the ground, arms relaxed by your sides.
Stay in this pose for 5-10 minutes, breathing deeply and relaxing the body.
Why?
Calms the mind and reduces stress, which can affect menstrual regularity.
Stretches the hamstrings and spine, relieving tension in the lower back.
Stimulates the liver and kidneys, promoting detoxification.
How to Practice?
Sit on the floor with your legs extended straight in front of you.
Bend your right knee and bring the sole of your right foot to your left inner thigh.
Inhale and lengthen your spine, then exhale as you fold forward over your left leg.
Hold onto your left foot or shin, keeping your spine long.
Stay in this pose for 1-2 minutes, then switch sides.
Why?
Strengthens the back muscles and improves posture.
Stimulates the abdominal organs, aiding in digestive health.
Helps to balance hormones by stimulating the thyroid gland.
How to Practice?
Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart.
Place your arms by your sides, palms facing down.
Press your feet into the floor and lift your hips towards the ceiling.
Interlace your fingers underneath your back, pressing your arms into the floor.
Hold the pose for 1-2 minutes, breathing deeply.
Why?
Provides gentle relief from menstrual cramps and lower back pain.
Calms the mind and reduces anxiety, promoting hormonal balance.
Stretches the hips, thighs, and ankles, promoting relaxation.
How to Practice?
Kneel on the floor with your big toes touching and knees spread apart.
Sit back on your heels and extend your arms forward, resting your forehead on the ground.
Breathe deeply and relax in this pose for 3-5 minutes.
Incorporating these yoga asanas into your practice can significantly improve menstrual health and balance your female cycle.
Listen to your body, making daily adjustments as needed. Just like moving through each day of our cycle, our body feels different every day. Allow these changes to be there and meet them with grace and gratitude.
Along with yoga, maintaining a balanced diet, staying hydrated, and managing stress through mindfulness practices can further support your reproductive health.
To learn more about yoga and the female cycle join my online course in autumn 2024.
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