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Child's Pose

Balasana

About This Pose

Kneel, big toes together, knees wide or together, fold torso forward to rest on or between the thighs, arms extended or resting alongside the body.

Benefits

  • Gently stretches the hips, thighs, and lower back
  • calms the nervous system

Cautions & Modifications

  • Knee injury (place a blanket between thighs and calves)

Details

Category
Restorative Poses
Level
Beginner
Sanskrit
Balasana

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