07/02/2026
Teacher Wellbeing Practice
Teaching places unique and ongoing demands on the body and nervous system — long hours on your feet, leaning over desks, looking down at children and carrying the emotional load of care and responsibility.
This Eagle arms + Sphinx variation is a simple, supportive practice designed specifically to nourish teacher wellbeing.
Remain in the pose for 3 - 5 minutes, using blocks or cushions to support the chest. Allow the shape to do the work rather than muscular effort.
How this supports teacher wellbeing:
✨ Releases upper-back tension
Crossing the arms gently stretches between the shoulder blades — an area where teachers often hold stress from focus, vigilance, and sustained attention.
✨ Softens the shoulders and neck
Eagle arms invite gradual opening without force, helping to release habitual holding from teaching, supporting, and managing the classroom.
✨ Encourages healthier posture
The gentle backbend of the Sink naturally lifts the chest, counteracting the forward-folded posture common in school environments.
✨ Regulates the nervous system
Grounding through the forearms and belly supports a sense of safety and stability, helping the nervous system shift from “doing” into rest and restoration.
A quiet, accessible practice to help teachers feel more supported, regulated, and resourced — both in and out of the classroom.
For more Yin yoga and wellbeing practices for teachers, you are very welcome to practise with me at Kelly MacLean Yoga 🤍
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