The Benefits of Pairing Restorative Yoga and Acupuncture

There is a growing understanding that pairing holistic wellness practices is an effective way to achieve balance for the mind, body, and spirit. In this case, pairing Restorative yoga practices with acupuncture, can help promote deep healing by working synergistically. But how is this achieved? The combination of the two allows for full body relation, allowing your physical and emotional self to release underlying stress and tension. 

What is Restorative Yoga?

Restorative Yoga is a gentle practice that uses props to support the body in various poses, focusing on deep relaxation, breath awareness  and holding poses for longer durations. The benefits of Restorative Yoga include reduced stress, improved mental clarity, greater flexibility and mobility, faster recovery from injuries or physical strain, and better sleep quality and emotional balance.

What is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine technique that involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate the flow of energy. It works by balancing the body's energy, promoting circulation and encouraging the body’s natural healing processes. The benefits of acupuncture include relief from chronic pain, headaches, and muscle tension, as well as stress reduction, improved emotional balance, enhanced circulation and immune function and increased energy and vitality.

How does Acupuncture and Restorative Yoga work together?

Restorative yoga helps calm the body and mind, creating an ideal state for acupuncture treatment. Starting with a gentle restorative yoga practice, the body is relaxed, allowing for a smooth transition into acupuncture, where needles are focused on areas of tension or imbalance. This combination enhances deep relaxation, stress relief and energy flow. 

The session closes with guided breathwork and meditation to aid integration and further relaxation. Acupuncture and restorative yoga work in harmony to promote mental clarity, heal physical and emotional tension and balance the body's systems, including the nervous, digestive, and circulatory systems.

This approach is suitable for all levels, including beginners and those with specific health concerns, such as chronic pain, stress, insomnia and more.

Ready to implement into your practice?

Join us for a rejuvenating workshop this Friday, April 11th at 6 PM designed to help you slow down, reconnect with yourself, and honor your body as it transitions from Winter to Spring. Led by Razz Yoga instructor Lisa Shealey and acupuncturist Dr. Kristy Heron, this two-part workshop combines the calming effects of Restorative Yoga with the healing benefits of Community Acupuncture.

In this soothing and restorative session, you'll experience deep relaxation, stress relief, and a sense of renewal as your mind, body, and spirit regain balance. As the seasons shift, we’ll support you in boosting your immune system, improving flexibility and mobility, and enhancing mental clarity and focus. Plus, you’ll have the chance to connect with a supportive community, creating a sense of unity and shared healing.

Don’t miss this opportunity to nurture yourself through the seasonal change and cultivate a deeper sense of peace and balance. Register Today!