Restorative shapes for deeper sleep
Gentle evening movements to help the body switch off.
If your body feels wired at night, a few slow shapes before bed can help signal that the day is done.
Legs up the wall
Lie on your back with your legs resting up a wall. Stay for three to five minutes, breathing slowly. It eases tired legs and calms the heart rate.
Supported twist
Lying on your back, let both knees fall to one side and stretch your arms wide. Breathe into the back ribs for ten breaths, then switch sides.
Child's pose
Knees wide, big toes touching, forehead resting on a cushion. Let the breath widen the back of your body.
Keep it slow
The aim is not flexibility but stillness. Hold each shape longer than feels necessary and let the exhale lengthen.
“Physical fitness is the first requisite of happiness.” (Joseph Pilates)
In the studio
Our 1:1 and Sunday Restorative sessions use the Reformer to support these shapes even more deeply.