Partial Shavasana - the Corpse Posture (Variation 1)

In this practice

Key teachings

• Complete relaxation and surrender to gravity
• Mind-body connection for renewal of strength
• Preventing tension to achieve true relaxation
• Conscious relaxation to normalize bodily functions

Ideal for

• Individuals experiencing physical or mental fatigue
• Those with agitated minds or high stress levels
• As a cool-down or rest period after physical yoga practice
• Anyone seeking deep relaxation and mental clarity

Lesson

Instructions

B K S Iyengar states - “I consider Shavasana (corpse pose) as the most difficult pose”. Shavasana is about relaxation, but tension prevents us from relaxing our body and mind. True relaxation means a complete resignation of the body to the laws of gravity, the mind to nature.

Whenever physical or mental fatigue is experienced, or the mind is agitated, the practice of Shavasana is recommended. The complete relaxation of the voluntary muscles at once transfers the energy to the involuntary parts. This transfer of energy produces the necessary balance for the renewal of strength. This posture is normally done towards the end of a 30 minutes physical practice to rest the muscles that got stretched.

Limitations: Avoid in cases of extreme depression.

Steps

• To reach me, do e-mail at yogalifeglobalnirmalaiyer@gmail.com

Benefits

• Relieves muscular and nervous tension
• Reduces anxiety and calms the mind
• Normalizes blood pressure, pulse rate & respiratory cycles
• Improves focus and concentration
• Provides restorative benefits and invigorates the entire body and mind