My AshtangaPrimary Series

An illustration of Shavasana, Corpse Pose, from the Ashtanga Primary Series.

Shavasana

Corpse Pose

Sanskrit
Shavasana
English
Corpse Pose
Sequence
Closing · step 124 of 124

Getting into Shavasana

Lie flat on your back with your legs extended and slightly apart, arms resting a little away from your body, palms facing up. Close your eyes and let your whole body go completely soft, releasing any effort from the rest of the practice.

The whole series, counted aloud in Sanskrit or English: My Ashtanga on the App Store · the full sequence · printable chart