🧘‍♀️ Yoga Tips for Women

1. Listen to Your Body

• Women’s bodies fluctuate with menstrual cycles, hormones, and energy levels. Modify your practice based on how you feel.
• During your period, consider gentler poses like Child’s Pose, Cat-Cow, or Supta Baddha Konasana.

2. Focus on Core Strength

• A strong core supports posture and prevents back pain.
• Try poses like Boat Pose, Plank, and Bridge Pose to strengthen your core safely.

3. Support Hormonal Balance

• Certain poses may help regulate hormones and reduce PMS or menopause symptoms.
• Practice Legs Up the Wall, Seated Forward Fold, and Cobra Pose for stress relief and hormonal balance.

4. Embrace Hip Openers

• Women tend to carry tension in the hips. Poses like Pigeon Pose, Garland Pose (Malasana), and Lizard Pose help release emotional and physical tension.

5. Use Props Without Shame

• Blocks, straps, and bolsters help improve alignment and prevent injury.
• Especially helpful during pregnancy, menstruation, or if you’re returning from a break.

6. Practice Self-Compassion

• Avoid comparing yourself to others. Yoga is personal.
• Celebrate progress, no matter how small.

7. Incorporate Breathwork (Pranayama)

• Helps with anxiety, emotional balance, and energy.
• Try Alternate Nostril Breathing or Ujjayi Breath during or after your practice.

8. Stay Consistent But Flexible

• Aim for short daily sessions (even 10–15 mins).
• Mix in different styles: Hatha for grounding, Vinyasa for flow, Yin for deep stretching.