poses, but I also include energizing asanas like
Dolphin, Plank, or Headstand to give me some
strength.
There’re no rigid rules in yoga as long as it
feels good and serves the purpose. Since I was
addicted to Coca-cola for many years, neither
caffein nor energizing poses disturb my sleep.
But if you’re more sensitive and tend to suffer
from insomnia, you’d better choose a milder
evening practice.
Practicing yoga at night is also extremely
pleasing. If you happen to wake up in the
middle of the night and can’t fall asleep, it’s a
good idea to do some yoga.
Of course, night practice shouldn’t be too
intensive. It’s mainly Lying down postures. The
body is relaxed and it allows you to do deeper
stretching. Since the mind is still, you’re likely
to feel very subtle energies throughout your
practice. Cooling Inversions, like variations on
Viparita Karani, Shoulderstand and Plow pose,
work well to bring you back to sleep.