Legs-Up-the-Wall Meditation: A Restorative, Healing Practice

Legs Up the Wall (Viparita Karani) is a gentle, restorative inversion with many physical and mental benefits. Legs-Up-the-Wall pose helps improve circulation, reduce swelling and inflammation, relieve tired or achy legs, ease lower back tension, support lymphatic drainage, soothe varicose veins, aid digestion, and gently improve flexibility. It also calms the nervous system, reduces stress and anxiety, promotes better sleep, enhances mindfulness and breath awareness, and can help relieve headaches and mental fatigue. It is ideal to do after long periods of standing, *during menstrual discomfort, post-workout recovery, or as a calming midday or bedtime routine.

*During menstruation, if you feel discomfort or dizziness, listen to your body and exit the pose; you can also bend your legs or use props for added support.

Music: “Golden Aura Solfeggio 528Hz” from Royalty Free Meditation Music