Restorative Poses


Child's Pose

Child's Pose
Level: All levels

Organizing the pose

• Bring the big toes together and the knees apart.
• Slide a bolster and/or folded blankets in between the thighs.
• Exhale and extend forward, laying the trunk out over the padding. Make sure your entire trunk, from belly to head is supported.
• Place a folded blanket between the buttocks and heels for added support
• Release into the pose and hold for 3-5 minutes, turning the head at the half-way mark.

Practice Points

• Soften the thighs.
• Broaden and deepen the hip creases.
• Soften the lower abdomen.
• Soften and widen the back body, allowing it to be filled by the breath.