5 Yoga asanas for better sleep

We have all struggled with messed-up sleep schedules and sleep-less nights since the pandemic began. If you’re looking for a way to fall asleep easily, yoga is the perfect solution.

- Anannya Chatterjee

It has been shown to not only help you fall asleep faster, but certain yoga asanas are also known to induce and improve the quality of your sleep. Here are five yoga asanas that will help you have sound sleep.

1. VAJRASANA (THUNDERBOLT POSE) 

Sit with your legs under the body.

Your spine should be straight with knees close to each other.

Breathe in deeply for a count of 1 to 8. Breathe out completely for a count of 1 to 8. While breathing, focus on the energy point between your forehead.

2. MARJARIASANA (CAT-COW STRETCH)

Get down on your knees and palms. Keep palms shoulder-width apart and knees hip-width apart.