5 simple yoga poses for a good night’s sleep

Written by: Deepa Sarkar Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra

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Child’s Pose (Balasana)

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Legs Up the Wall (Viparita Karani)

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Reclining Butterfly (Supta Baddha Konasana)

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Forward Bend (Uttanasana)

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Corpse Pose (Shavasana)

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