Advasana
reversed corpse pose
Instructions
Lie on the stomach.
Stretch both arms above the head with the palms facing downward. The forehead should be resting on the floor.
Relax the whole body in the same way as described for shavasana.
If there is difficulty breathing or a sense of suffocation is experienced, a pillow may be placed under the chest.
After some time, again become aware of the body and surroundings, and gently and smoothly release the posture.
Breathing
Natural and rhythmic. The number of breaths may be counted as in shavasana while gently pushing the abdomen against the floor.
Awareness
Physical – on relaxing the whole body, and on the breath.
Spiritual – on ajna or manipura chakra.
Duration
For relaxation in the treatment of ailments, it should be performed for as long as is comfortable. Before or during an asana session, a few minutes is sufficient.
Benefits
Recommended for those with slipped disc, stiff neck and stooping figure.
Notes
Mantra may also be synchronized with the breath as in shavasana.