Tuesday, March 4, 2008

SAVASANA Corpse posture

SAVASANA Corpse posture

This is an exercise which provides total relaxation to the body and its importance cannot be stressed too much. Too much force should not be used while doing the exercises. Excessive panting or pain is to be avoided.
How to do: Lie on your back relaxing all the parts of the body. Legs should be parted and palms kept open, facing upwards,closing eyes. Concentrate on the legs and relax their muscles. Gradually, shift attention to the parts above the legs and relax each of them as also the facial muscles.Feeling of relaxation is obtained as you concentrate on various parts of the body.Make an auto-suggestion that you are relaxing and relaxing.In course of time, the whole body lies in a state of total relaxation and mind experiences rest.A remedy for B.P.,insomnia,etc.You may remain in this posture for as much time as you need to.
Keep in mind that inhaling and exhaling should be gradual and breathing should be through the nose

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