Yoga Postures
When practicing yoga postures, the use of Pratyahara (inner focus) should be applied. The exterior alignment should be de-emphasized and the focus should be drawn deeply inwards to experience and explore the feeling and sensations that arise in the poses. View our Complete list of Postures for eating disorders.
Pranayama
Pranayama (yogic breathing exercises) are also helpful to calm the body and mind and to balance the energy in the body during the recovery stage of the disease. Use Dirga Pranayama for calming, grounding and nurturing and in in conjuction with Nadi Sodhana Pranayama for balancing, calming and reducing anxiety.
Meditation
As eating disorders have a large mental component to them, the practice of meditation is very beneficial to cultivate a sense of control over life’s events and to reduce obsessive thoughts. Use one of the following by itself and/or at the beginning and end of your yoga practice: Inner Peace Meditation, Root Chakra Meditation, Prana Healing Meditation.
Articles
Yoga Therapy for Eating Disorders
Positive I.D.
Healthy Exercise Helps Treat Eating Disorders
Books and Videos
Yoga Therapy
Yoga: the Path to Holistic Health
Yoga from the Inside Out
Web Resources
PBS - Perfect Illusions
NIMH - Facts About Eating Disorders
Yoga is not a substitute for conventional western medication; please consult your medical professional before starting a yoga practice.
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