Restorative yoga is a gentle and deeply relaxing style of yoga that focuses on rest and rejuvenation. Unlike more active forms of yoga, such as Vinyasa or Power Yoga, where practitioners move through sequences of poses, restorative yoga involves holding supportive poses for extended periods of time, often with the aid of props like blankets, bolsters, and blocks.

The primary goal of restorative yoga is to promote deep relaxation and stress relief by activating the body's parasympathetic nervous system, which helps counteract the "fight or flight" response associated with stress. By holding gentle, passive poses for several minutes at a time, restorative yoga allows the body to release tension, calm the mind, and restore balance.

Restorative yoga poses are typically designed to provide gentle stretching and support, allowing practitioners to relax deeply into each posture without strain or effort. Common poses include supported reclining poses, gentle backbends, and gentle twists.