Savasana is generally done after all Asanas and Pranayama practices are done. The Sanskrit word “sava” actually means corpse. Savasana is the best posture for complete relaxation of the body and mind.

During Savasana the body should be placed in a neutral position.

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  1. Lie down on the back. The whole body can be left lose and kept in straight position. Palms can be placed on either sides of the body on the floor. Avoid using pillow for resting the head. The eyes can be kept closed, the muscles should be relaxed and breathe deeply.
  2. Keep the eyes closed for two seconds and then gently open them and keep them open for two seconds. This process can be repeated gently 3 to 4 times.
  3. Now open the eyes, look upward, then downward and then straight. Now look towards left side, right side and then straight. This exercise can be repeated about three times each.
  4. Open the mouth wide enough so that it does not cause a strain. Twist the tongue inside the mouth so that the tip gets folded towards the area of the throat and then keep the mouth closed in this position for ten seconds. Now bring the tongue to normal position and close the mouth. This process can be repeated for two to three rounds.
  5. Now keep the eyes closed, and focus the mind towards the toes. Slowly rotate the toes and mentally visualize that the toes are getting relaxed. This procedure should be done on every part of the body starting from toes, followed by the knees, thighs, waist, spinal cord, back, shoulders, neck , palms, fingers, face and the head. A gentle movement of the head and neck can be done by moving the neck and head towards right and left. 
  6. Now let the entire body lie in a comfortable position and the entire body relaxed.
  7. The mind can be relaxed by visualizing any calm and beautiful scenery such as a beautiful garden, or river etc and imagining as though the exercise is being performed there. Now some deep breathing can be practiced taking care that stomach is pushed upwards while inhaling and pushed forward during exhale. Deep breathing should be done in a very relaxed manner.
  8. After repeating the process for few seconds, relax completely and stay in that position for about five minutes.

BENEFITS

Savasana is found to be beneficial for relieving stress, depression and relaxes the body. It also reduces fatigue, nervousness, constipation, indigestion, lumbago, insomnia, headache, flatulence, heart and lung disorders and lowers blood pressure and regulates diabetes.

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