아이 자세
Balasana
bah-LAH-sah-nah
등을 부드럽게 스트레칭하고 마음을 진정시키는 휴식 자세입니다.
하는 방법 아이 자세
- 엄지발가락을 맞대고 무릎을 꿇는다
- 발뒤꿈치 위에 앉는다
- 앞으로 접으며 이마를 매트에 댄다
- 팔을 앞으로 뻗거나 몸 옆에 놓는다
- 허리 쪽으로 깊게 호흡한다
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