Viparita Karani (Legs up the Wall pose)

This page describes an asana.

1. Viparita Karani is an easy to do restorative pose.
2. Lay on your side with your bottom against a wall.
3. Place a pillow against your bottom.
4. Roll up on to the pillow until your legs are vertical and straight.
5. Place your arms at your sides with your palms up and fingers open and slightly curled.
6. Relax the muscles you are not using. Relax your jaw. Close your eyes to increase your awareness of your body.
7. Focus your attention on your body. Feel which muscles are tight and where there is pain. This will increase your awareness of your body.
8. Hold the stretch for two minutes. Breath nomally.
9. When your time is up, take a breath, open your eyes, roll to your side and get up slowly.