Melt away holiday stress and get the rest you need with this soothing bedtime yoga practice…

With all the stress of this time of year, it can sometimes be hard to get good sleep – especially if you have family visiting for the holidays, or a lot of activity going on at home or at work that keeps your mind awake even when you want to be sleeping. Sleep is essential for good health, especially during the illness-prone winter months, so it is important to take charge of your sleep patterns before you get into a bad habit of lying awake for hours.

Yoga to the rescue!

Yoga is a wonderful way to wind down and relax at the end of a long, stressful day, and prepare your mind and body for restful sleep. The gentle yoga practice below is a great remedy for insomnia, stress, anxiety, and tension. The relaxing sequence will help you to de-stress, decompress, and prepare for a good night’s rest.

Put on some comfy clothes, grab a few pillows and maybe a soft blanket, and settle in for this 20-minute bed-time yoga practice. Before you know it, you’ll be ready for that “long winter’s nap,” and even Saint Nick won’t disturb your slumber! 🙂