18/08/2025
Even a gentle yoga practice is a great way to reset the mind and body. Eat a very light breakfast before attending and keep the self care going after class.
You might not feel as if you’re ’doing’ much in a gentle yoga class but you are actually giving your body and mind a great boost.
NERVOUS SYSTEM:
Gentle yoga, especially restorative yoga, can shift the nervous system from a stressed "fight-or-flight" state to a relaxed "rest-and-digest" state, by stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system. This can lead to reduced stress hormones and improved sleep.
MUSCULAR SYSTEM:
Yoga practices improve muscle strength, flexibility, and endurance.
SKELETAL SYSTEM:
Gentle yoga can improve bone density and flexibility, and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM:
Yoga can improve circulation, lower blood pressure, and reduce the risk of heart disease, according to the Suunto website.
LYMPHATIC SYSTEM:
Gentle movement in yoga can help to stimulate lymph flow, aiding in detoxification.
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM:
Yoga practices, including pranayama (breathing exercises), can improve lung capacity and efficiency.
ENDOCRINE SYSTEM:
Yoga can help regulate hormone levels, potentially reducing stress-related hormonal imbalances.
