Lijkhouding

Savasana

shah-VAH-sah-nah

De ultieme ontspanningshouding die het zenuwstelsel kalmeert en diepe rust bevordert.

Hoe doe je Lijkhouding

1. Lig plat op je rug met gestrekte benen
2. Leg je armen langs je zij, handpalmen omhoog
3. Laat je voeten op natuurlijke wijze naar buiten vallen
4. Sluit je ogen
5. Laat alle inspanning los en laat je lichaam in de grond zakken

Benefits

• Deeply relaxes the entire body and nervous system
• Reduces blood pressure, anxiety, and stress
• Allows the body to integrate the physical benefits of the practice
• Improves sleep quality and reduces insomnia symptoms
• Cultivates mindfulness and body awareness

Muscles Engaged

Modifications

• Place a bolster or rolled blanket under the knees to release the lower back
• Cover yourself with a blanket for warmth, as body temperature drops during stillness
• Place an eye pillow over the eyes to deepen relaxation and block light

Cautions

• Those with lower back discomfort should place a bolster under the knees
• Avoid lying flat on the back during late-term pregnancy; use a side-lying position instead
• If you experience anxiety while lying still, keep eyes slightly open or shorten the hold

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