We all have low-energy days. Whether you’ve had a big weekend, overexerted yourself at the gym or just feeling a bit bleurgh . While working out is the last thing you might feel like doing, sometimes gentle movement, such as yoga, can pull you out of a malaise and get you feeling more yourself again.
I spoke to Valerie Lucas, a yoga teacher for YogaSix , who shared her favorite flow for when she’s feeling tired.
“It’s important to consider the type of tiredness you’re experiencing and recognize what yoga philosophy refers to as the antarayas—or obstacles—that might be affecting you,” says Lucas. “For example, if you’re feeling a bit physically tired, some intentional movement can help. Yoga can help to boost your energy and shake off that sluggish feeling. It helps wake up your body