Laurent Roure

Somatic yoga is a type of yoga practice that emphasises a deep awareness and connection with the physical body internally and externally and involves slow, mindful movement and gentle, sustained stretching.

The practice encourages practitioners to use their breath and conscious attention to explore and release tension, develop a sense of ease and fluidity in movement, and cultivate a greater understanding of self-awareness and presence in the present moment.

This 18-minute short video will guide you through simple somatic yoga movements that target the upper body. These mindful exercises are designed to relieve unconscious tension and tightness in the neck, shoulders, and upper back.

The typical culprits of tension and discomfort in the upper body are stress, poor posture, and long hours spent sitting in front of a screen. Fortunately, somatic yoga movements can help alleviate these issues and promote relaxation and well-being.