The Best 3 Relaxation pose- Yogjournal

Relaxtation Pose

In classical styles of asana, after each asana practice, relaxation pose is required. This is an essential part of every asana session and relaxation poses should be performed before, during and after sessions in order to give the body the rest it needs. 

Resting poses provide the body time to recover from muscle strain, which allows blood and the lymphatic fluid to flow more easily, the resumption of normal breathing, and lowering of the heart rate. Even when at rest you may still be holding tension so you must consciously release contraction of the muscles in order to truly relax. This is accomplished through the mindful practice of the resting asanas. These relaxation poses can be used alone or in combination with other counter poses or tension relieving postures. An example would be to lay on your back and hug the knees into chest, then rock along and around the spine, or perform Ananda Balasana (Happy Baby Pose) before going into Shavasana after a particularly challenging sequence of asanas. 

Explore these simple relaxation poses and get started on de- stressingn your life and improving your health.  

01. Corpse Pose

         (Savasan) 

• Benefits                                    

     1. Calms the brain and helps                               

          relieve stress and mild depression

     2. Relaxes the body

     3. Reduces headache, fatigue

         and insomnia

     4. Helps lower blood pressure

• Precautions

         If you suffer from back injury     

        or pain use lower back support.

        Pregnant women after the first

        trimester should avoid this

        posture.

02. Shishuaasan

      (Baby Pose) 

• Benefits  

      1. Reduces stress and tension 

      2. Promotes sleep
      3. Regulates blood pressure
      4. Reduces anxiety        

• Precautions

         Not suitable during pregnancy.

03. Makarasan

        (Crocodile Pose) 

• Benefits  

      1. It is excellent for people suffering from spondylitis, slipped disk.

      2. Crocodile reduces stress and tension, promotes sleep. 

      3. Regulates blood pressure and reduces anxiety.     

      4. It gives deep relaxation to the shoulders and the spine.    

• Precautions

         Not suitable during pregnancy.

      

     

 During the relaxation responce, the body moves toward a state of physiological relaxation, where   blood pressure, heart rate, digestive functioning, and hormonal levels return to normal levels.

 
Relaxation poses are a great way to help with stress management. Relaxation isn't only about        peace of mind or enjoying a hobby. Relaxation is a process that decreases the effects of stress on your mind and body. Relaxation poses can help you cope with everyday stress and with stress related to various health prolems, such as heart disease and pain.