Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that affects in women. Symptoms usually appear after puberty. The condition causes a hormonal imbalance which can affect a women’s cycle; she may experience irregular periods, infrequent or prolonged periods, and women with this condition may find it difficult to conceive as the hormones that trigger ovulation are not working in a normal way. While they are unsure of what exactly what causes PCOS, it is thought that genes, insulin resistance, and inflammation are all contributing factors. It is a condition that may cause stress for a woman, particularly if she is at an age where she is looking to get pregnant. As we know, high levels of stress are not good for the body, so if this is a condition you suffer with, finding ways to reduce your stress can be very beneficial. It is also beneficial to use a practice like yoga to bring more love and awareness to your reproductive system; promoting reproductive health and cultivating self-compassion.

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The best type of yoga for PCOS is anything that supports you in leading a happy and balanced lifestyle, some women with this condition find it harder to lose and gain weight, so depending on where you’re at with your body, you will need to find different training styles to suit your needs. That being said, a yoga practice is something that will compliment any lifestyle and needs; yoga is gentle on the body and can help reduce things like stress and inflammation that aggravate PCOS. We’ve put together some Yin yoga poses for PCOS that will help you to nurture, love, and be grateful for your body. Each posture can be held for 3 to 5 minutes. These are the best exercises for women who want to send positive energy to their reproductive system, and promote a healthier relationship with your PCOS.

BUTTERFLY – From seated, bring the soles of the feet together and allow the knees to fall out to the sides. Relax and round the body forwards over the legs. As you rest here, take your inner gaze or awareness to your womb and ovaries. Send love there, and much as you can and then more; imagine this area overflowing with love.

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WATERFALL – Lay on your back and extend the legs up to the sky, placing a bolster under the sacrum for support. Imagine the energy flooding down the legs like water cleansing and healing your womb space.
BALASANA (Child’s pose) – Take your knees slightly apart and allow the body and the belly space to be between the legs. Don’t fight PCOS, accept it. Use this posture to find peace with it. Breathe. Focus on surrendering. Focus on accepting.
SPHYNX – From your belly, place the elbows under the shoulders and bring the forearms parallel. Relax the head down and sink into the shoulders. Feel your belly and reproductive system making contact with the earth. Draw healing energy up from Mother Earth and imagine using it to nurture your reproductive system.