Yoga is beneficial for physical and mental health. To prevent diseases, one should practice yoga regularly. There are many types of yoga that are effective for different diseases. One of these is Shavasana. Shavasana yoga is usually practiced after yoga asanas. The practice of Shavasana relaxes and recharges the body. You can also practice Shavasana to relieve stress. By practicing Shavasana for just five minutes, the body starts feeling relaxed. However, it is important to do this yoga asana correctly. Let us know the correct way to practice Shavasana and what mistakes should not be made while doing this yoga.

Benefits of Shavasana
Practicing this asana helps in calming the mind and getting relief from stress and mild depression.
Shavasana relaxes the whole body
Complaints of headache, fatigue, and insomnia can be cured with this asana.
Shavasana helps in reducing blood pressure
Shavasana should be practiced regularly to improve concentration and memory.

The correct way to practice Shavasana
Step 1- To practice Shavasana, lie comfortably on your back on the mat.
Step 2- Close your eyes and separate both the legs. Keep the body completely relaxed.
Step 3- Keep in mind that both the toes of your feet are bent towards the sides. Hands should be along the body but kept at a distance.
Step 4- Keep the palms open and upward. Slowly pay attention to every part of the body and keep the breathing rate slow.
Step 5- If you feel lazy while meditating, then increase the speed of breathing. Do not sleep while doing asana.
Step 6- Focus on body and breath. When the body completely relaxes in 10-12 minutes, you will be able to feel the new freshness. Now slowly sit in the Sukhasana position and open your eyes.

Precautions during Shavasana
Practice by yourself
Even though Shavasana is simple to do, it should not be started on its own. This asana is not for everyone. If you are in the last three months of pregnancy then do not practice Shavasana. Apart from this, even if there is a back injury or back surgery, one should not do Shavasana.

Don't want to sleep
The body relaxes by practicing Shavasana. Due to this, there is a possibility of falling asleep during exercise. Due to sleepiness during this period, one cannot get adequate benefits from yoga. Therefore, keep the focus on the breath and the whole body, and do not sleep during yoga.

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