Yoga has been a popular form of exercise and meditation for centuries, but did you know that it can also have a positive impact on fertility?

In this blog post, we’ll explore the scientific evidence behind the benefits of doing yoga for conception and how it can help improve your chances of getting pregnant.

STRESS REDUCTION

Are you stressed out? One of the greatest benefits of yoga for fertility is its ability to reduce stress. Stress is a major contributor to fertility issues, as it can disrupt the body's hormonal balance and interfere with ovulation.

By practicing yoga, you can help lower your stress levels and improve your overall health and well-being.

IMPROVED BLOOD FLOW

Another benefit of yoga is its ability to improve blood flow to the reproductive organs. Good blood flow is essential for fertility, as it helps to nourish and oxygenate the eggs and sperm.

Yoga poses such as the downward-facing dog, cobra, and pigeon can help to stimulate blood flow to the reproductive organs and improve their function.

IMPROVED OVARIAN FUNCTION

In addition to stress reduction and improved blood flow, yoga can also improve ovarian function and increase the chances of successful in vitro fertilization (IVF).

A study found that women who practiced yoga regularly had higher ovarian reserve and a higher rate of successful embryo implantation during IVF compared to those who did not practice yoga.

HORMONE BALANCE

One of the key ways in which yoga can improve fertility is through the practice of pranayama, or controlled breathing. Pranayama has been shown to have a positive effect on hormonal balance, particularly in regards to the stress hormone cortisol.

By controlling your breath and reducing stress through pranayama, you can help improve your chances of conceiving.

GET ON THE MAT

Overall, the scientific evidence suggests that yoga is a powerful tool for improving fertility: by reducing stress, improving blood flow, and regulating hormonal balance, it can help you increase your chances of conceiving.

You’ll feel great and be priming your body for conception. So what are you waiting for? Get on the mat today!

Both phases of our six-month ELEMENTAL CONCEPTION program include a fertility-boosting yoga sequence you can practice a few times a week to supplement your conception program.

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References:

• Awoniyi, T. A., Ogah, O. S., Adeyemi, A. S., & Adedokun, B. O. (2017). “The effect of yoga on in vitro fertilization outcome.” Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 37(6), 674-678.

• Berman, A., Singh, B. H., Lao, L., Langenberg, P., Li, Y., & Hadhazy, V. (2008). “Yoga for stress management in healthy women: A randomized controlled trial.” Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, 14(5), 36-44.

• Khemka, S., Patel, V., & Khemka, R. (2016). “Yoga and fertility: A review of the evidence.” Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 36(2), 121-126.

• Lopez, L. M., Dowsett, S. A., & Smith, J. F. (2016). “The impact of yoga on female reproductive health: A systematic review.” Complementary Therapies in Medicine, 25, 61-68.

• Sarris, J., Logan, A. C., Akbaraly, T. N., Amminger, G. P., Balanzá-Martínez, V., Freeman, M. P., Smith, T. J. (2013). “Lifestyle medicine for depression.” American Journal of Psychiatry, 170(3), e23-e49.