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How to do: CHILD'S POSE (BALASANA) #yoga #yogapose #yogatutorials #yogatutorial #yogaforbeginners

Karina Fit · 0:07

In this practice

Key teachings

  • Rest and restoration
  • Mindful breathing
  • Grounding and surrender

Ideal for

  • Beginners learning fundamental poses
  • Individuals seeking relaxation and stress relief
  • Those needing a restorative break

Lesson

Instructions

How to do: CHILD'S POSE (BALASANA)

Steps

  • Fingers point forward
  • Press hands on the ground
  • Forehead on the ground
  • Relaxed jaw and breathe
  • Belly rests between thighs
  • Knees as wide as mat
  • Big toes touch

Benefits

  • Calms the brain and helps relieve stress and fatigue
  • Gently stretches hips, thighs, and ankles
  • Relieves back and neck pain when done with head and torso supported
  • Promotes introspection and inner peace

Practice summary

Level
beginner
Duration
2 minutes
Equipment
yoga mat
Target areas
hipsthighsankleslower backnervous system
Energy
calming

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