There are 17.3 million Instagram posts tagged with #yogaeverydamnday which makes it clear that a lot of people are, well, doing yoga in the morning or the evening- and now during quarantine, during the day.
Every. Damn. Day.
And while there’s no doubt that regular flows come with their fair share of advantages—better sleep, more flexibility, reduced anxiety—the time at which you’re slipping into your downward dog can have an impact, too.
Whether you’re a sunrise sweat warrior or prefer a post-work Savasana, there are different feel-good properties you can attain from doing yoga in the morning and at night. Because of that, you may want to switch up your style or integrate a variety depending on your schedule and goals.
Without further ado, here are my favorites of the main styles and how they can benefit you. Through my sharing of the best type of yoga to do in the morning and at night, you will be able to start and end your day feeling strong, centered, and peaceful.
Morning
Waking up and flowing through some sun salutations is a great way to set intention and tone for the day ahead. A few easy to vigorous meditative poses in the early morning can help you get into a positive frame of mind. Doing yoga first thing in the morning increases energy and focus throughout the day. The purpose of yoga is to still the mind, so a morning yoga practice can quiet that mental chatter for more clarity and an inspired mindset. Here are some of the best morning 
yoga practices.
Vinyasa Flow: Vinyasa Flow was one of the the first styles I learned some 20+ years ago. This vibrant and fluid practice will boost your heart rate and increase your endorphins so you can start the day feeling strong.
Ashtanga: Ashtanga is another yoga style that is ideal for the morning. This strong practice uses specific sequencing which, through repetition, can also provide a meditative element.
Jivamukti: This is known as the ‘yoga of liberation’ and is a Vinyasa-based style with the underlying theme of universal connection. These principles build your inner and outer body strength whilst encouraging you to practice mindfulness and develop strength within.
Kundalini Yoga: Kundalini is coined the ‘yoga of awareness’, and is a combination of breath, movement, and sound. The goal is to silence your mind and unblock chakras so energy flows freely. It is a fantastic ‘pick me up’- bringing health, abundance, and increased joy that will leave you feeling invigorated. I practice this daily!
Night
Research has shown that long-term practice can help with your overall sleep quality and reduce anxiety. Moving through even just a few poses before bed can promote calm and help you catch some better shuteye by getting the body out of the ‘flight or flight’ response and into ‘rest and digest’ for the evening. It can also help you feel more mindful, which allows your mind to relax and simply let go!
Yin: This practice is thoughtful, taking time to get deep into the connective tissue and fascia in the body. Poses are held longer, which leads to improved flexibility and increased circulation.
Restorative: This is an excellent evening practice and my favorite! Restorative yoga is very mindful, with a focus on breath and tension release. Incorporate restorative yoga into your nighttime routine to create calm within for a fantastic night’s sleep.
Anytime
Ishta: Ishta integrates breath-based flow with alignment, meditation, and healing body work.
Hatha: To feel truly connected to your breath, try Hatha. It is said that all the knowledge you need comes from breath.
Of course you can do any style, at any time. Yoga needs to feel right for you. However, practicing specific types of yoga at the recommended times can make for a deeper practice and resonance, allowing you to hone your goals for overall mind, body, and soul rejuvenation.
Live consciously! x