Deep relaxation of the body, mind and spirit, using props.
A style of yoga practice using props and postures held for longer periods of time to initiate deep relaxation of the body, mind and spirit. Restorative yoga is beneficial to balance a more active practice or decompress after a stressful day.
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This practice offers a break from life’s challenges, embracing support to release tension in a relaxing Restorative sequence. Start with an energy cleanse, becoming aware of stress in the body, then move slowly through prop-assisted postures to unwind, including twists, grounded stretches, and Savasana. This class previously aired on December 6, 2024.
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Before the holiday madness begins, drop into this class for a self-loving break to ground and connect with your heart. Enjoy a slow yoga-inspired sequence with Lunges, hip-openers, twists, hamstring stretches, and mindfulness practices infused throughout. This class previously aired on November 28, 2024.
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This slow, relaxing class honors times of change by encouraging you to take chances in balancing postures, surrender in long holds, and notice what needs to be released. It’s also a great sleep-prep practice. Enjoy Supta Padangusthasana (Reclined Hand-To-Big-Toe Pose), Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose), Sphinx, Child’s Pose, Supported Bridge, and Janu Sirasana (Head-To-Knee Forward Fold). Reminder: Sometimes, if things feel like they’re falling apart, they can actually be falling into place. This class previously aired on October 31, 2024.
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Invite softness to your heart in this bolster-supported Restorative practice full of gentle spinal movements and a universal peace mantra. You’ll clear your mind and increase compassion while moving slowly through Child’s Pose with Thread the Needle, Supported Puppy Pose, Side Bend, a Bridge variation, and Supported Savasana. This class previously aired on October 27, 2024.
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Ease the transition into autumn or winter in this Restorative practice that tends to your body and mind while relaxing your nervous system. Grab a blanket and slowly move through Supta Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose), Supported Reclined Twist, and Supported Forward Folds before landing in Savasana. This class previously aired on October 21, 2024.
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Offer yourself some love and patience in this gentle practice that grounds your body, mind, and spirit. You’re encouraged to slow down and find just the right amount of support in each pose to feel a sense of safety. Postures include Supported Child’s Pose, Supported Forward Fold, Supported Twists, and Legs Up The Wall. This class previously aired on October 10, 2024.
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Promote relaxation and calmness in this Restorative practice that embraces the restful reboot of the New Moon. Enjoy Supported Bridge, Figure Four, Supported Child’s Pose, Supported Seated Forward Folds, and more prop-assisted postures. It’s a go-to practice for slowing down before bed or resetting after a stressful situation. This class previously aired on September 30, 2024.
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Release tension around your spine and hips in this wall- and prop-supported Restorative class that ushers you into a state of deep rest. Work with gentle breathwork throughout practice, moving slowly through Supported Side Bends, Legs Up The Wall, Wide Squat, Bound Angle Pose, and Supported Twist. This class previously aired on September 29, 2024.
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Take time… relax. This practice invites a slow pace in poses that give your nervous system the chance to reset. It’s like a 20-minute power nap. Sink into Supported Fish Pose, Bananasana, and more supine postures using a bolster or pillow to enhance deep rest. This class previously aired on September 11, 2024.
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This Restorative practice takes relaxation seriously, helping you to set everything aside and add some balance to a busy lifestyle. All postures are supported with props and focus on slowing down your breath and, of course, your mind. Start in Supported Cobbler’s Pose, then move slowly through Supported Child’s Pose, Supported Down Dog, gentle upper body stretches, Low Lunge, Supported Single Pigeon, and Supported Twist. This class previously aired on August 18, 2024.
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Decompress in this relaxing practice that releases tension, particularly in your lower back, hips, and hamstrings. Move slowly through prop-assisted postures, including Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose), Upavistha Konasana (Wide-Angle Seated Forward Fold), Supta Padangusthasana (Reclined Hand-To-Big-Toe Pose), and Child’s Pose. This class previously aired on August 8, 2024. This is the first class in Ali’s three-class Evening Yoga Series, which combines gentle and restorative yoga techniques to alleviate stress, wind down, and prepare for rest.
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Release tension and ground yourself in this Restorative practice that guides you to breathe deep into long-held postures. Let go of your day and embrace a slow pace while moving through Bound Angle Pose, Easy Pose, Reclined Twist, and Savasana. This class previously aired on August 8, 2024.