How to Practice Legs Up the Wall Yoga Pose

Sanskrit name: Viparita Karani

English name: Legs up the wall

Related Chakra: Sahasrara or crown chakra

Chakra chant: OM

Benefits: Legs, feet, torso, neck, relieves headaches, and calms the mind

How to:

Sit with your right side against the wall, with bent knees and feet drawn in toward your hips.
Swing your legs up the wall as you turn and lie flat on your back, making sure your buttocks is against the wall.
Arms can be in goal post or T position.
Breath and stay in the pose for 2 - 5 minutes.
To release from the pose, swing your legs down the wall.
Relax on your back for a few breaths.
Draw your knees into your chest and roll onto your right side.
Using the strength of your left arm, push your self up into a cross legged position.