Anahatasana

A hybrid between Child's Pose and Downward Dog, where the chest melts toward the floor while the hips stay over the knees.

Alignment Cues

• 1.Start on all fours
• 2.Walk the hands forward while keeping the hips over the knees
• 3.Lower the chest and forehead toward the floor
• 4.Keep the arms active and extended
• 5.Melt the heart toward the mat

Benefits

• +Opens the chest and shoulders
• +Stretches the spine
• +Relieves tension in the upper back
• +Calms the mind