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Child's Pose

Balasana

Bah-lah-sah-nah

A foundational restorative posture that invites a profound sense of surrender and internal reflection. It serves as a universal sanctuary for resting the nervous system while gently lengthening the posterior chain.

Chakras
PrimaryAjna (Third Eye)
SecondaryMuladhara (Root)
Gaze:Third Eye
Quick Summary
  • Fold forward over the thighs.

  • Rest the forehead on the earth.

  • Let the hips melt toward the heels.

Foundation
  • Bring big toes to touch; knees wide for space or together for back support.

  • Reach arms forward for length or back by the heels to release shoulders.

Alignment
  • Lengthen the tailbone away from the crown of the head.

  • Allow the front of the shoulders to broaden and drape toward the floor.

Exhale deeply as you sink into the fold. Inhale into the back of the lungs, feeling the ribs expand against the thighs.
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