Legs up the wall
Legs up the wall is one of the easiest and also the best yoga poses you can do in bed before you sleep. To do this pose, you can follow the below steps:
- Bring your hips as near to the wall (or your headboard, if you're using a headboard) as possible; the closer it is, the better you are.
- Lengthen your knees by bringing your legs up the wall. To make a letter T, open your arms to the sides. Relax your entire body, including your face muscles, and close your eyes lightly.
- You can relax your mind by listening to peaceful, soothing music or focusing on your breath, making sure it is deep and even. Hold this position for at least two to five minutes.
The legs up the wall pose will release the tension that has built up in your spine by standing or sitting in a posture that may increase the curve of your spine. This is also beneficial for fatigued legs because it lowers blood pressure in varicose veins and promotes blood flow.
Even if you don't have chronic venous insufficiency, standing or sitting for long periods of time might reduce your body's ability to easily circulate blood back up. Legs up the wall, therefore, can be beneficial. It is also recommended this pose should be done toward the end of your practice.
