Adrenal Fatigue and Restorative Yoga

Chronic stress has become a defining feature of modern life, and for many people the toll it takes on the adrenal glands leads to a persistent state of exhaustion, brain fog, disrupted sleep, and weakened immunity. This workshop at Namaste Yoga + Wellness explores the connection between prolonged stress, adrenal fatigue, and the body's capacity for recovery. Through an accessible blend of education and practice, participants learn how the stress response works, why it can become stuck in overdrive, and how restorative yoga offers a direct pathway back to balance. The gentle, prop-supported postures used in restorative yoga are specifically designed to activate the parasympathetic nervous system, signaling the body that it is safe to rest, repair, and restore.

During the workshop, you will be guided through a series of deeply supported postures held for extended periods, each chosen for its ability to calm the nervous system and support adrenal recovery. Props such as bolsters, blankets, blocks, and sandbags are used generously to ensure complete physical comfort so that the body can fully surrender. Alongside the physical practice, you will learn simple breathing techniques and mindfulness strategies that can be woven into daily life to interrupt the stress cycle before it escalates. The workshop also covers lifestyle considerations such as sleep hygiene, nourishment, and boundaries that complement a restorative yoga practice.

This workshop is ideal for anyone experiencing burnout, chronic fatigue, anxiety, or difficulty sleeping. No yoga experience is required, and all postures are fully supported so that the practice is accessible to every body. Whether you are a busy professional, a caregiver, or simply someone who has been running on empty for too long, this offering at our Oakland studio provides the tools and the permission to truly rest. Come as you are and leave with a renewed understanding of how stillness can be the most powerful medicine.