BeginnerSanskrit: Viparita Karani
Legs Up the Wall
A restorative inversion that relaxes the entire body.
Benefits
Relieves back pain
Calms mind
Reduces anxiety
Improves circulation
Contraindications
Avoid or modify this pose if you have any of the following conditions:
- Serious eye problems
- Back issues (modify)
How to Practice
Enter the pose mindfully, paying attention to your breath. Hold for 5-10 breaths, or as long as comfortable. Never force the pose and back off if you feel sharp pain.
Use props as needed to modify the pose for your body. Remember that yoga is a practice of self-awareness, not self-judgment.
