Stress/Anxiety
These practices have been specifically created and sequenced for watching online on Movement for Modern Life to reduce stress and anxiety you may feel in your life.
Within our anti-stress and anxiety series, we have a range of practices which include:
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20:00Beginners 4: Twist to unwind
Twists help you feel yourself again. So whether you’re stiff, stressed-out, sluggish, or plain out of sorts, Clare’s simple twist practice will leave you feeling grounded and re-energised. Perfect for morning or evening. The class ends on a savasana, so feel free to lay down and soak up the practice for as long as you need.
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05:115 Minute Feel Good Flow
A burst of hatha yoga to shake off tension, get moving and loosen up. This class is perfect for when you’ve little time but need to move - or repeat the flow to increase the time on the mat!
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05:165 Minute End of Day Chill
Gentle restorative yoga wind-down to release the day and soften the body. Staying close to the floor this flow allows deep rest and reset in just five minutes — the perfect post-work pause to ease into your evening or perfect to wind down as part of a bedtime routine. Optional Props: blanket for under your knees.
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05:175 Minute Comfy Breathing Practice
Short, calming breathwork class to ground and reset the nervous system. Perfect moment of calm for any time of day, when the nerves are on edge, or to prepare for sleep. Get warm and cosy or even lie on the bed. Optional Props: Pillow under the head, bolster under the knees and blanket to keep warm.
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05:24Free & Mobilise your Spine
Soothing seated yoga to mobilise the spine and release tension in the neck. 5 minutes of love for the neck and spine, releasing stiffness and restoring fluid movement. Perfect for a break from desk work or at the end of the day. Mat is optional.
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05:095 Minute Side Body Openers
Gentle seated side bends to release tension, improve breathing, and lengthen the side body. 5 minutes of relief from the head down through the outer hips, closing with a short rest and guided breath. Suggested Props: A chair or cushion to sit on and a place to lie down.
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05:165 Minute Slide Away from your Desk
Refreshing chair-based practice to open the shoulders and hips, reconnect with the breath and release built-up tension. Speedy, simple and effective reset for anytime of the day and perfect for traveling.
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45:29Gentle Flow & Restore: Soothing Inversion
Gentle vinyasa with restorative yoga. Start with a calm, steady flow to prepare the body for gentle inversions. Then transition into supported restorative inversions, helping the nervous system settle, circulation improve, and the body feel refreshed and balanced. Optional Props: 2 blocks and a strap. Recorded 31/05/26
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43:41Gentle Flow & Restore: Twist & Release
Gentle vinyasa with restorative yoga. Begin with a gentle flow of twisting movements to awaken and realign the spine, encouraging mobility and circulation. The practice then softens into restorative twists, allowing the body to release tension, restore balance, and feel lighter and more aligned. Optional Props: Bolster/Cushion Recorded 24/05/26.
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44:16Hatha Vinyasa to Root & Nourish
Slow, alignment-focused hatha-vinyasa yoga class for stability, quiet strength and feeling supported by the earth rather than pushing or striving. Move forwards with a sense of steadiness. Perfect wind-down for calm strength and grounding. Optional props: 1 belt, 2 blocks, 1 bolster or cushion. Recorded 19/04/26
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42:04Hatha Vinyasa to Thaw & Release
Calm, steady hatha-vinyasa yoga class for stress relief and relaxation. Slow down, soften the body, and allow the breath to deepen naturally, with simple, soothing movements to ease the joints and spine. Exhale, unwind, and create space for new energy. Props: 1 belt, 2 blocks, 1 bolster or cushion. Recorded 12/04/26
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44:46Yoga Nidra to Listen Within (Audio Class)
This Yoga Nidra tunes into the subtle rhythms of being alive — the breath, the heartbeat, the quiet movements within stillness. Rather than energising, this practice reveals a soft aliveness that can feel grounding and reassuring. A beautiful way to reconnect with the body’s natural intelligence. The tantric concept of Spanda - the feeling of listening to the gentle pulse of life - has inspired this yoga nidra. Learn more about the ancient Tantric understanding of consciousness here: https://movementformodernlife.com/blog/yoga-nidra-consciousness-lucy-mccarthy/
Recorded 05/04/26
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