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What’s the Difference Between Yoga and Stretching?

10/26/2024

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At first glance, yoga and stretching might seem almost identical. After all, both involve elongating muscles, improving flexibility, and relieving tension! But while stretching and yoga share some similarities, they have distinct differences in their mental and physical benefits. Whether you're looking to improve your flexibility, reduce stress, or enhance overall well-being, understanding these differences can help you determine which practice is best suited to your needs. 
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Under the cut, we’ll dive into what makes yoga different from stretching and explore the unique benefits of each.
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How Yoga Can Improve Your Sleep

10/2/2024

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In today's fast-paced world, many of us struggle with getting a good night's sleep. Whether it's work stress, anxiety, or screen time, it can be hard to quiet the mind and body for restful slumber. Luckily, yoga offers a natural and effective way to improve your sleep quality! By integrating certain yoga poses, breathwork, and mindfulness into your routine, you can calm your nervous system, relax tense muscles, and prepare your body for deep, restorative sleep.
If you have been experiencing mental or physical restlessness, exhaustion, and/or frustration surrounding your sleep, it might be time to change your routine. In addition to the Sleep workshop we have on October 12th, here’s how yoga can help you sleep better and which poses are most effective for winding down before bed.

Why Yoga Helps Improve Sleep
Yoga isn't just about flexibility and physical fitness—it also taps into mindfulness and relaxation, which can work wonders for your sleep. Here’s why:
  1. Reduces Stress and Anxiety: Yoga promotes the activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, known as the "rest and digest" response. This counters the effects of stress hormones like cortisol, helping your body shift from alertness to calm.
  2. Calms the Mind: Incorporating mindfulness and breathwork can quiet a racing mind, a common reason many people struggle with insomnia.
  3. Relaxes the Body: Gentle stretching in yoga releases tension and improves circulation, which relaxes your muscles and prepares your body for rest.
  4. Improves Breathing: Deep, rhythmic breathing in yoga (pranayama) promotes oxygen flow, slowing your heart rate and enhancing the body’s relaxation response.
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    This blog is authored in collaboration by registered yoga teachers and guest educators at Santosha Yoga Collective. 

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