Shavasana
Sign in to savethumb|upright=1.35|Shavasana Shavasana (; ), Corpse Pose, or Mritasana, is an asana in hatha yoga and modern yoga as exercise, often used for relaxation at the end of a session. It is the usual pose for the practice of yoga nidra meditation, and is an important pose in Restorative Yoga.
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- Etymology and origins
- Description
- Variations
- Effects
- Yoga practices for relaxation and restoration
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thumb|upright=1.35|Shavasana Shavasana (; ), Corpse Pose, or Mritasana, is an asana in hatha yoga and modern yoga as exercise, often used for relaxation at the end of a session. It is the usual pose for the practice of yoga nidra meditation, and is an important pose in Restorative Yoga.
== Etymology and origins ==
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