Supported Child's Pose
Salamba Balasana · सालम्ब बालासन
Supported Child's Pose
Salamba Balasana · सालम्ब बालासन
Restorative
Level
Beginner
Body
Restorative
How to practice
Rest your chest on a bolster and let your hips ease back. Add support beneath your hips or forehead until your knees and neck feel comfortable. Let the arms rest beside the bolster.
Benefits
Offers a quiet resting position and a gentle stretch through the back and hips. Supporting the torso reduces the muscular effort needed to stay in the pose.
Who should avoid or modify
- Use cushions to reduce knee and hip bending. Keep the face clear and breathing easy; during pregnancy, widen the knees and avoid pressure on the abdomen. Adjust the bolster height so the neck stays relaxed and the abdomen is not compressed.
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