Posture de l'Enfant
Balasana
bah-LAH-sah-nah
Une posture de repos qui etire doucement le dos et apaise l'esprit.
Comment faire Posture de l'Enfant
- Agenouillez-vous au sol, gros orteils joints
- Asseyez-vous sur vos talons
- Pliez-vous vers l'avant, front reposant sur le tapis
- Etendez les bras vers l'avant ou le long du corps
- Respirez profondement dans le bas du dos
Benefits
- Gently stretches the hips, thighs, and ankles
- Calms the brain and helps relieve stress and fatigue
- Releases tension in the back, shoulders, and neck
- Encourages deep, diaphragmatic breathing
- Provides a safe resting position during active practice
Muscles Engaged
Modifications
- Place a bolster or pillow under your torso for a more supported, restorative hold
- Put a folded blanket between your thighs and calves if your knees are sensitive
- Rest your forehead on stacked fists or a block if it does not comfortably reach the floor
Cautions
- Avoid if you have a knee injury that prevents deep flexion
- Use caution with ankle injuries; place a rolled towel under the ankles
- Not recommended during pregnancy in the narrow-knee version; use wide knees instead
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