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The Yoga Nerds Blog


Why Restorative Yoga Is Important: The Science of Stress, Rest and Recovery
A supported Restorative Yoga practice illustrating the importance of reduced physical effort, comfort and intentional rest. Featured in The Yoga Nerds' article exploring why Restorative Yoga is important, stress physiology, recovery and the Somāntra™ Approach to Restorative Yoga Teacher Training.
madhura bhagwat
Nov 69 min read


The History of Yoga Nidra: Ancient Roots and Modern Science
Explore the history of Yoga Nidrā, from references in the Mahābhārata, Devī Māhātmya and Vijñāna Bhairava to its modern development. Discover what neuroscience reveals about brainwaves, the sleep–wake threshold, conscious rest and the nervous system. Examine why saṅkalpa, affirmations and sound baths are used alongside Yoga Nidrā and what research does and does not establish. Learn how The Yoga Nerds integrates these subjects into its 25-Hour Online Yoga Nidra Teacher Trainin
madhura bhagwat
Nov 515 min read
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