Yoga for Beginners Simple Yoga Poses to Calm Your Mind and Strengthen Your Body

YOGA FOR BEGINNERS

Savasana Meditation

The purpose of Savasana, or the final resting pose, is to
let the body absorb all the benefits of the poses that you
just completed. While in this resting state, it is an oppor-
tune time for you to begin a meditation practice. Because
you’ve already established that you will end every one of
your physical practices with Savasana, this is a great place
for you to start working on your meditation practice.

Follow these steps to practice the Savasana meditation.

1. Come into Savasana. Situate your body so that you are
   comfortable and relaxed. Use props if necessary. A pillow or
   bolster under your knees is great for relieving any back pain
   or giving your body extra support.


2. Close your eyes.


3. Take a deep breath in through your nose, fully expand-
   ing your ribs and your belly; open your mouth and exhale it
   all out.


4. Begin to breathe normally. Do not try to change or control
   your breath. Just let it be.


5. Scan your body and make sure every muscle is relaxed. Let
   the weight of your body sink into your mat.


6. Once your body is fully relaxed, bring your attention back
   to your breath. Observe the inhale and the exhale.