How Heated Slow Yoga Helped Me Recover Focus, and Perform Better
I used to think yoga was just glorified stretching. Or something you did to “unwind.” But that changed when I discovered how powerful it can be for real recovery—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally.
Like most high-performers, I live in go-mode. Back-to-back meetings. Intense training. Constant pressure to deliver. What I didn’t realize is that my body was holding onto all that stress—literally—through something called fascia.
What’s Fascia—and Why Should You Care?
Fascia is your body’s connective web. It wraps around muscles, bones, and organs—supporting structure and enabling movement. But when we overuse, under-stretch, or live in chronic stress, fascia tightens and dries out. The result? Stiffness, tension, and nagging pain that no foam roller or massage can fully fix.
That’s where heated, slow yoga comes in.
Why the Heat Matters
In a warm environment, fascia becomes more pliable—like warming up honey so it flows again. The heat helps your body safely open up, allowing deeper movement and better circulation. It also signals your nervous system to soften—an essential step in letting go of stored stress.
Why Slowing Down Works
I’ll be honest—slowing down felt unnatural at first. But here’s what I found: when you move slowly and hold postures in heat, your body gets a chance to release tension at the source. No rushing. No pushing. Just real recovery.
That’s when things started to shift.
I began sleeping better. My focus improved. My workouts felt more efficient, not more exhausting. And most importantly—I felt lighter, mentally and physically.
My Takeaway
You don’t need more output. You need smarter recovery.
And for me, heated, slow yoga became that recovery.
It’s not about becoming a yogi—it’s about giving your body and mind a place to reset so you can perform at your best.
If you’re chasing performance, consider this your reminder: stillness is a power move.
I offer a variety of online and in-person yoga classes designed to help you release stress, improve focus, and perform better.
Check out my class schedule and offerings here.
Jennifer Degen
August 4, 2025
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