I've been practicing vinyasa yoga for eight years and these are the poses that have made the biggest difference to my stress levels

A woman performs an upward facing dog yoga pose on a mat outside. Her torso is erect, held up by straight arms, while her legs lie behind her. Her eyes are shut and in the background we see lots of green trees.

If it weren’t for vinyasa yoga, I’d still be living my life in a constant state of burnout. Eight years ago I discovered the practice and it’s since equipped me with the tools to manage everyday stress with great ease.

Vinyasa yoga is a dynamic style of yoga that connects breath to movement through creative sequencing. While it’s known for improving strength, flexibility and cardiovascular health, what I’ve grown to love the most are the moments of stillness and mental focus that allow me to regulate my nervous system when life feels overwhelming.