RelaxationAdvanced

Corpse Pose (alternate)

Mritasana

A full-body release where the practitioner lies motionless like a corpse, letting the nervous system settle after practice.

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How to Perform

  1. 1

    Lie on the mat with legs extended slightly apart and feet relaxing outward.

  2. 2

    Rest the arms away from the torso, palms facing up, soften the shoulders and jaw.

  3. 3

    Close the eyes and allow the breath to quiet, observing its natural rhythm.

  4. 4

    Scan through the body, releasing any residual gripping into the floor.

  5. 5

    To finish, deepen the breath, wiggle fingers and toes, roll to one side, and rise slowly.

Benefits

  • Unwinds fatigue and stabilizes the nervous system after strenuous sequences.
  • Encourages mindful awareness without effort, refining breath sensitivity.
  • Supports recovery by allowing muscles, joints, and organs to rest neutrally.

Alignment Cues

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Common Mistakes

No common mistakes listed.

Contraindications

  • Symptomatic low blood pressure or dizziness when lying supine
  • Late-term pregnancy without appropriate propping
  • Respiratory congestion that worsens when flat on the back