Best Yoga Poses for a Healthy Sex Life
Yoga is not only a practice for physical fitness and mental peace; it also has the power to awaken and enhance sensuality. As you cultivate the ability to connect deely to your own mind, body and soul, it creates the opportunity to share this practice with a partner in the bedroom. A healthy sex life can be a transformative journey, promoting self-love, body acceptance, and a deeper connection with your own desires. In this blog post, we'll explore some of the best yoga poses that can help you tap into your sensuality, fostering a greater sense of self-awareness and confidence in your sex life and in your own skin.
1. Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana)
Begin your journey into sensuality with the gentle undulations of Cat-Cow Pose. This dynamic stretch helps you connect with your spine and pelvis, allowing you to explore the sensuous movements of your body. As you flow through these poses, pay close attention to the sensations in your lower back and hips, and let them awaken your inner sexuality.
How to do it:
- Start on your hands and knees in a tabletop position.
- Inhale as you arch your back, lifting your tailbone and chest (Cow Pose).
- Exhale as you round your spine, tucking your chin to your chest (Cat Pose).
- Continue to flow between these two poses for several breaths.
2. Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana)
Cobra Pose opens up the heart and chest, allowing you to embrace your sensuality with confidence. This pose not only improves posture but also promotes feelings of self-assuredness and sensuousness by expanding your chest and lifting your heart.
How to do it:
- Lie face down with your palms near your shoulders and your toes pointed away from your body.
- Inhale as you lift your chest off the ground, using your back muscles (not your arms) to support the movement.
- Keep your gaze forward and hold for a few breaths before slowly lowering down.
3. Reclined Butterfly Pose (Baddha Konasana)
The Butterfly Pose opens up your hips, which can be a place of stored tension and blocked sensuality. This pose invites you to connect with your pelvic area, releasing any stagnant energy and promoting healthy sensuality.
How to do it:
- Sit with your legs extended in front of you.
- Bend your knees and bring the soles of your feet together, allowing your knees to drop out to the sides.
- Hold your feet with your hands and gently press your knees toward the ground.
- Sit up tall and breathe deeply, focusing on releasing tension in your hips.
4. Bridge Pose (Setu Bandha Sarvangasana)
Bridge Pose is an excellent way to activate the pelvic region and increase circulation in the lower body. This pose also helps you connect with your core and can stimulate the thyroid improving metabolism, potentially enhancing sexual vitality.
How to do it:
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet hip-width apart.
- Place your arms alongside your body, palms facing down.
- Inhale as you lift your hips off the ground, creating a bridge with your body.
- Hold for a few breaths, engaging your glutes and thighs, before lowering down.
5. Melting Heart/Puppy Pose (Uttana Shishosana)
This posture opens your heart and your hips. Becoming comfortable in this position can support a healthy sex life.
How to do it:
- Transition from a table top and place your hands forward toward the corners of your mat
- melt your heart down to the mat
- Allow your chin (or cheek) to come down to the mat
6. Legs Up the Wall Pose (Virparita Karani)
This Gentle inversion can help improve blood circulation, reduce stress and promote relaxation. It may contribute to better overall sexual function.
How to do it;
-Use a wall to support your legs
-option to use a pillow under the low back
-If your flexibility is an issue, mover further away from the wall, if flexibility is not a issue get your sit bones as close to the wall as possible.
Yoga is a powerful tool for promoting a healthy sex life by fostering a deeper connection with your body and embracing self-love. These yoga poses can serve as a gateway to explore your sensuality in a safe and nurturing environment. Remember that healthy sexuality is about feeling comfortable in your own skin and enjoying the physical sensations of your body. As you practice these poses, let go of judgment, and allow yourself to savor the experience of being fully present in your body. With time and dedication, you can cultivate a healthy and fulfilling sex life that enhances your overall well-being.
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