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by Nancy Wile The ability of yoga to reduce muscle tension, slow your heart rate and calm a racing mind provides the perfect recipe for a good night’s sleep. There is growing evidence that small behavioral changes in the evening can make a big difference in getting a restful sleep. A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that participants who made modifications, like learning relaxation techniques, improved their sleep more than those who took drugs. Yoga Exercises for Better Sleep Certain yoga exercises will help your body and your mind relax more and prepare for sleep. Here are a few postures and exercises that are particularly helpful: 1) Supported Standing Forward Bend This gentle yoga posture helps relieve tension in your neck and shoulders while quieting your nervous system. Steps: • Fold a blanket and place it on a chair • Stand facing the chair (about 1 to 2 feet away) with your feet parallel and a little wider than hip w