The practice of yoga for a fulfilling sexuality

Having arrived in the West only a few decades ago, yoga is an age-old art of living straight from India. Beyond asanas (postures), its practice advocates a connection to the body and offers moral commandments to free oneself from earthly suffering. That's the broad outline. Today, yoga is practiced all over the world to find anchoring, regulate stress and find meaning in a hectic daily life. The discipline has multiple benefits on the body, the nervous system, the mind and consequently on our sexuality! In this article, we question the link between yoga and sexuality . How can the practice of this ancestral discipline guide us towards more pleasure?

Yoga and sexuality: a question of energy

In yoga language, sexual energy is called "kundalini" . It is often represented as two snakes that wrap around the spine passing through the 7 main chakras. Generally activated during sexual intercourse, this powerful vital energy would awaken the consciousness that resides in the famous third eye . Breathing practices, static and dynamic postures and sometimes chants would improve its circulation. 🕉️

While Kundalini yoga isn't about a better sex life, both are related to energy. It's said that when kundalini is blocked, it can cause physical and emotional problems , including a decreased libido.

In reality, any yoga practice promotes better circulation of energy. On the chakra side, we opt for postures that aim to activate Swadhistana, aka the sacred chakra linked to the sexual organs. It is the center of creative energy, emotions and our relationship with others. Swadhistana speaks to us of the desire to be, of sensual and sexual pleasure as much as of passion.

So, are you starting to see the connection with our sexuality? 😉

Knowing your body is always a good idea

Beyond the idea of ​​vital energy, yoga allows a deep reconnection to the body . As we saw in our article on the link between breath and the body , this practice allows you to anchor yourself. 🧘

With a good dose of awareness, putting your body in motion is the key to giving it the attention it deserves. The more we practice, the more we learn to listen to its messages, even the most subtle ones. We explore sensations, limits and often discover new things about ourselves.

Mindful discipline means better letting go . If you've been reading our articles for a long time, you know that the ability to relax is an essential element for a fulfilling sex life. You must have already experienced the challenge of having fun when the office, projects or relationships haunt our minds. 🌩️

Regular practice allows us to regain a certain serenity and clarity of mind. It thus impacts the quality of sleep and our stress level, two factors that influence our level of libido!

3 yoga poses to boost your libido

The cobra 🐍

1. Lie on your stomach, keeping your arms at your sides, palms facing down.
2. Place your feet together, insteps on the ground, and extend them behind you.
3. As you inhale, lift your chest and head, keeping your shoulders down and relaxed. Be careful not to break your lower back.
4. Your arms can be bent or extended.
5. Hold the position for a few deep breaths, then exhale as you lower your chest and head toward the floor.
6. Repeat this posture several times, keeping the rhythm of the breath.

In addition to strengthening the often neglected back, the cobra helps strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and stimulate blood circulation in this region. Result: more powerful and intense orgasms. 🔥

The lotus 🪷

1. Sit on the floor with your legs crossed and your feet on your thighs, hands resting on your knees.
2. Keep your back straight and your shoulders relaxed. You can visualize a double force coming from your center. As you inhale, the first force expands your spine, while as you exhale, the weight of your seat continues to increase.
3. If you have trouble crossing your legs, you can also use a cushion or blanket to help you sit properly.
4. Hold this position for several deep breaths.

This posture contributes to the opening and flexibility of the hips . It is ideal for improving comfort during intercourse. 🤍

The boat ⛵

1. Sit on the floor, bending your knees and keeping your feet flat on the floor.
2. Then raise your legs in front of you and raise your arms parallel to the floor.
3. Keep your back straight and your shoulders relaxed.
4. Your legs and torso should form a 45-degree angle. The secret to holding this seemingly complex asana is to properly engage the perineum and pelvic floor.
5. Hold this position for several breaths.

This posture strengthens the perineum to better feel the penetration of a partner like a vibrator.

As you will have understood, the link between yoga and sexuality does not stop at physical prowess and flexibility . Quite the contrary! It is a practice that allows you to bring awareness to your body and circulate vital energies . Nothing miraculous, but rather an excellent recipe for having a fulfilling sexuality. To continue on this beautiful momentum of self-care, we invite you to read this article on daily self-care. 😘