Restorative yoga is a slow-paced, gentle style of yoga that focuses on stillness, deep breathing, and holding poses for extended periods of time. The goal is to achieve physical, mental, and emotional relaxation without strain or pain. Restorative yoga sessions typically involve fewer poses than other styles of yoga, such as vinyasa flow or sun salutations, and the poses are held for five to 10 minutes or longer. Yoga props like blocks, bolsters, blankets, and straps are often used to support the body during these longer holds.