Hormone Yoga is a special form of yoga designed to support hormonal balance in the body. It was popularized mainly by the Brazilian yoga teacher Dinah Rodrigues.
What is Hormone Yoga?
- classic yoga exercises (asanas)
- breathing techniques (pranayama)
- energy work (e.g., concentration and visualization)
The goal is to activate certain glands in the body—especially:
- ovaries
- thyroid gland
- pituitary gland
and thereby positively influence hormone production.
What is it used for?
Hormone Yoga is often practiced for:
- menopausal symptoms
- irregular menstrual cycles
- desire to conceive
- stress-related hormonal imbalances
Men can also benefit, for example, to support testosterone levels.
How does it work?
Through targeted movements and breathing exercises:
- blood circulation to hormone-producing organs is improved
- the nervous system is calmed
- stress is reduced (which in turn affects hormones)
Typical Practice Structure
A session usually lasts about 30 minutes and follows a fixed sequence of exercises that are repeated regularly.