Corpse Pose

Savasana

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Corpse Pose is the final resting pose of a yoga class. Lying still on your back lets your body absorb the practice and settle.

Corpse Pose (Savasana) yoga illustration

AI-generated illustration. It may not be anatomically precise.

What to Pay Attention To

  • Let your feet fall open and your palms turn up.
  • Release any effort in your breath and let your body feel heavy.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Skipping the pose to finish class early
  • Holding tension in the jaw, shoulders, or hands

Practice Corpse Pose in a Flow

You can also generate a yoga flow around your own level, style, and goals.

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This guide is general information, not medical advice. Stop if you feel pain, and check with a healthcare professional if you have an injury, a health condition, or are pregnant.