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Child's Pose
Child's Pose is the ultimate resting posture — gently stretching the hips, thighs, and lower back while calming the nervous system. Use it as a refuge whenever rest is needed during practice.
How to Practise
- 1
Begin on hands and knees. Bring the big toes together and knees wide or together.
- 2
Exhale and fold forward, lowering the torso between or onto the thighs.
- 3
Extend arms forward (active variation) or let them rest by your sides (passive).
- 4
Rest the forehead on the floor or a block. Close the eyes.
- 5
Breathe into the back of the body. Hold for 1–5 minutes or as long as needed.
Cautions & Contraindications
Knee injury (place a folded blanket between thighs and calves). Pregnancy (keep knees wide).
Benefits
- ✓Gently stretches hips, thighs, and lower back
- ✓Calms the nervous system
- ✓Relieves fatigue and stress
- ✓Reduces headache
- ✓Helps with insomnia