Getting engaged is a time of immense joy and excitement. It’s also a time that can be incredibly overwhelming. Once you’ve popped the question and said “yes”, there’s a whirlwind of wedding-related tasks to accomplish. It can cause a lot of stress and anxiety, not just for the betrothed, but also for family and friends. That’s why more and more couples are turning to yoga to help stay balanced and find zen as they plan their wedding.

Yoga is a great way for couples to stay centered and connected to each other during the busy wedding season. Studies have shown that yoga helps to reduce anxiety in anxious couples, which makes it an invaluable tool as you navigate the all the decision-making and intricacies that come with wedding planning. When you practice yoga together, you’re reminded of your commitment to each other and the importance of communication. Plus, yoga can help ease any physical stress that comes with wedding planning, as well as the emotional stress.

Yoga provides more than just a physical and mental benefit for couples in the midst of wedding planning. It’s also spiritual in nature and can help you focus on matters that are more cosmic than the wedding color palette. Together, you can practice yoga poses and breathing exercises that can help you align your energy and draw closer to one another, both spiritually and mentally. Yoga is a great way to help you search for the sentiment behind your vows, as well as to express gratitude for the person you’ve chosen to spend the rest of your life with.

Making time for regular yoga sessions is not only a great way to stay physically fit but it’s an excellent way to cultivate emotional and spiritual strength. No matter what the nature of your wedding, yoga can help you stay focused, mindful, and connected to your true self and your partner.