Karna-Pidasana

Ear Pressure Pose

Asana: Karna-Pidasana/Ear Pressure Pose. This pose is often the release from Sarvangasana/shoulder stand, as you lower legs overhead to floor. Move through Halasana/ Plough Pose, then bend knees, drop them toward the floor on either side of the head, by the ears. Hands can help prop the back up, or clasp together on floor away from shoulders, opening pectoral muscles. No weight on neck!

Health Notes: This is not only a great stretch for the spine, but an inward turning pose where you easily hear the quality of your breath, and can think great thoughts in the composure of a stable, relaxed pose. It is a perfect Asana to complete before Savasana as you simply unroll the legs, unroll the spine and surrender.