Eyes soft, jaw loosePalm up, arm relaxedKnees at a right angleCalves rest on the seatLegs on a Chair Rest
Śavāsana (legs on a chair)
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Legs on a Chair Rest! Lie on your back and rest the calves on a chair seat, knees bent at ninety degrees. Arms relaxed, eyes closed, lower back soft. Breathe slowly. Stay several minutes. Quiet, resting gnome.
Works on Calves · Hamstrings · Lower back
How to do it
- Lie on the back with a chair in front of you.
- Rest the lower legs on the seat, knees at a right angle.
- Soften the belly and the jaw and breathe slowly; stay a few minutes.
Common mistakes
- Don’t strain the neck: rest the head on a thin pad.
- Don’t clench the legs.
- Don’t hold the breath.
Benefits
- Lets the body rest and the breath slow down.
- Eases tension and tiredness.
- A good way to end a practice.
Take care: Use cushions or blankets so nothing strains. Come out slowly if you feel lightheaded.
Not medical advice. Ease off if anything feels sharp or wrong.
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