Sleep · 23 min

Sleep Prep

A longer, floor-based wind-down with breathwork, gentle twists, and a long supported inversion to prepare the body for sleep.

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Why this session

Shift work disrupts the circadian rhythm. This sequence calms the nervous system, releases physical tension, and signals the body that it is safe to rest.

IssueHard to fall asleep after a night shift or an overactive mind.
Poses7
Total23:00

Sequence

Cues for beginner
  1. 01

    4-7-8 Breath

    2:00

    Inhale 4, hold 7, exhale 8. Repeat six full cycles.

    beginner cueUse 3-5-6 counts if 4-7-8 feels forced.

  2. 02

    Supine Twist (Right)

    Supta Matsyendrasana

    2:00

    On your back, draw the right knee in and guide it across the body to the left. Arms wide.

    beginner cuePillow under the top knee. Both shoulders grounded.

  3. 03

    Supine Twist (Left)

    Supta Matsyendrasana

    2:00

    Repeat on the second side.

    beginner cuePillow under the knee.

  4. 04

    Happy Baby

    Ananda Balasana

    2:00

    On your back, draw the knees toward the armpits. Hold the feet or ankles.

    beginner cueHold the backs of the thighs. Keep the head down.

  5. 05

    Reclined Bound Angle

    Supta Baddha Konasana

    3:00

    Lie back on a bolster, soles of the feet together, knees falling wide and supported.

    beginner cueBlocks or pillows under each outer thigh.

  6. 06

    Legs Up the Wall

    Viparita Karani

    5:00

    Lie with the legs up the wall, arms wide. Stay for five full minutes.

    beginner cueHips 6 inches from the wall. Bend the knees if needed.

  7. 07

    Body Scan / Savasana

    Savasana

    7:00

    Lie flat, fully supported. Mentally scan from feet to crown for seven minutes.

    beginner cueBolster under the knees. Blanket over the body.