A few other resting postures you will find throughout the Sivananda series. Enjoy! Childs Pose This is a simple relaxation posture done before and after the headstand/dolphin, as well as after the backbend series. It relaxes the mind and body, and releases tension in the lower back. Rest in this…
Savasana is the posture of relaxation. It is the only posture that allows all the muscles in your body to relax completely – and so is used for the relaxation before, during, and after the asana practice. It is best to return to Savasana if at any point you feel…
Trikonasana is the final posture in the sequence. It is unique in that it provides a good lateral stretch to the spine and strengthens the muscles on the side of the body. Benefits: Tones the spinal nerves and abdominal organs Improves digestion Gives a lateral stretch to the spine and muscles…
Basic Breathing Techniques for a Revitalized Life! The Abdominal Breath: Often due to poor postural habits only the chest is used to breathe. This is a very small portion of the lung capacity and an inefficient use of the lungs. Additionally, this habit hardly ever allows for a full exhalation – meaning…
