RESTING BELLY POSE
Suggested Duration
3-5 minutes or longer
Bene ts
This pose triggers the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to allevi-
ate stress and promote relaxation and calmness.
Risks and Contraindications
This pose is contraindicated for students who are pregnant. Modify if you
have neck issues.
Alignment Points
- Lie on your belly.
- Bring your hands on top of each other as if you were creating a pil-
low, allowing the elbows to open out. - Allow the forehead to rest on top of the hands.
- Close the eyes or soften the gaze.
- Relax and let gravity pull you into the oor.
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