Lie on your back. Bend knees so the soles of feet are on the mat. Arms by sides (or place hands on the abdomen). Release lower back to the floor. Close eyes. Release neck and thighs. Notice any tension and let it melt into the mat.
Tune into the body. Calm. Tranquil. Inner Peace. Clarity.
Blanket under knees. Blanket under head.
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What are the teaching directions for Relaxing Position?
Lie on your back. Bend knees so the soles of feet are on the mat. Arms by sides (or place hands on the abdomen). Release lower back to the floor. Close eyes. Release neck and thighs. Notice any tension and let it melt into the mat.
What are the benefits of the Relaxing Position?
Tune into the body. Calming. Tranquillity. Inner Peace. Clarity.
What are some modifications for the Relaxing Position?
Knees up.
Blanket under the knees.
Blanket under the head.
Blanket under knees and head.
What are some other Pilates Matwork relaxation exercises?
