Relax right now with Child’s Pose

Child’s pose is a resting pose in yoga

Its benefits are amazing. For example, child’s pose:

• Helps calm the brain
• Relieves stress and fatigue
• Opens up the low back
• Stretches the hips

Step one: Come to knees and separate knees wider than hips width.

Step two: Bring big toes together

Step three: Inhale, as you exhale lay torso down between thighs and rest forehead on mat.

Step four: Extend arms either over the head or back toward the feet.

Step five: Breathe and let go.

Note: Be sure not to round the shoulders and you may use a blanket to support head if you would like.

We encourage you to enjoy the benefits of this glorious resting pose during the busy holiday season.

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This is an excerpt from our guide to self-care, Christian Yoga: Restoration for Body and Soul.