Child's Pose

Kneel on the floor.

Sit comfortably on your heels, hug your big toes together, and then spread your knees about hip-width apart.

Exhale and bend your torso forward to lay it down against your thighs.

Inhale and bring your forehead to the floor.

You can extend your arms back on the mat alongside your body with palms up and near your hips. Or you can stretch your arms forward above each side of your head with your arms and palms resting on the floor.

Release your shoulders toward the floor. Bring awareness to how the weight of your shoulders draws your shoulder blades away from each other.

Keep breathing as you press your belly against your thighs on each inhale.

Hold this resting pose for 8 to 12 breaths.

To exit the pose, bring your palms, walk your palms until they are under your shoulders. Inhale and slowly lift to a seated position as in the beginning (with your knees on the floor and heels under your hips).