All Poses
Balasana
Child's Pose
beginnerRestorative/Forward Fold
Muscle Groups
Hip flexorsSpinal extensorsAnkles
A restful kneeling forward fold where the torso rests on or between the thighs, commonly used as a resting pose.
Alignment Cues
- 1.Kneel on the floor with big toes touching
- 2.Sit back on the heels
- 3.Fold forward, resting the forehead on the mat
- 4.Arms extended forward or alongside the body
- 5.Widen the knees for more room for the belly
Benefits
- +Gently stretches the hips, thighs, and ankles
- +Calms the brain and relieves stress
- +Relieves back and neck pain
- +Promotes rest and restoration
Muscle Groups
Hip flexorsSpinal extensorsAnkles
Contraindications
- Knee injury
- Pregnancy
- Diarrhea