Viparita Karani
Viparīta Karaṇī
beginner5 minKAPHA
Benefits
- Reverses blood flow, reducing swelling in legs
- Deeply calms the nervous system
- Reduces anxiety, insomnia, and fatigue
- Improves circulation and lymphatic drainage
- Excellent for Vata and stress disorders
Steps
- Sit sideways against a wall. Swing legs up as you lie back.
- Legs rest vertically on the wall, hips close to the base.
- Arms rest by your sides, palms up.
- Close eyes and breathe naturally.
- Stay for 5–20 minutes, then slide off slowly.
Caution
- Avoid with glaucoma, hypertension, or during menstruation.