How To Get Into: Legs-Up-the-Wall

Viparita Karani, also known as legs-up-the-wall, helps soothe & cool fiery pitta dosha and promotes grounding by restoring a sense of calm and centering the body & mind. Spend a couple minutes (3-10 mins) in this pose anytime you feel overheated, angry, frustrated, overworked, or overstimulated.

This pose is perfect for the summer, can can be done throughout the year to calm, promote inner peace, and encourage restful sleep.

Benefits of Viparita Karani:

โ€ขRelaxes pelvic floor

โ€ข Helps lower stress & anxiety

โ€ข Regulates blood flow

โ€ข Relieves low back tension

โ€ข Restores tired feet & legs

โ€ข Stretches hamstrings & lower back

โ€ข Improves digestion

Contraindications: Avoid this pose If you have glaucoma. If you are pregnant, seek the guidance of an Instructor or contact me for modifications.

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