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Asana

Savasana

शवासनশবাসন

Beginner
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About this Practice

Corpse Pose — the most important posture in yoga. Savasana integrates the physical and mental work of the practice, allows the nervous system to consolidate new patterns, and produces a state of conscious rest unlike sleep.

How to Practise

  1. 1

    Lie on back, legs comfortably apart, feet falling open.

  2. 2

    Arms by sides, slightly away from body, palms up.

  3. 3

    Close eyes. Allow body to be completely heavy.

  4. 4

    Let the breath breathe itself.

  5. 5

    Remain 5–15 minutes minimum.

Benefits

  • Reduces blood pressure and heart rate
  • Integrates the practice
  • Profound stress relief
  • Improves sleep quality
  • Reduces anxiety and fatigue

⚠️ Cautions & Contraindications

Late pregnancy (practise on left side). Back discomfort (bend knees).

Want to learn this under guidance?

All practices in this library are taught systematically at Nibedita Yoga Training Centre.