How to Do the Yoga Corpse Pose With a Block

The yoga corpse pose is the most common relaxation pose of all, and you almost always use it as the final pose of your yoga routine. While the corpse pose may look simple, it requires deep concentration and physical release. Often using a yoga block and a light weight can help to calm the brain and relax the mind, deepening meditation and the benefits of the pose.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Yoga block
• 5- or 10-lb. weighted sand bag

1. Lie on your back with your arms resting at your sides to begin the corpse pose. Inhale deeply, and as you exhale, tighten every muscle in your body, holding for the full exhalation and another inhalation. Press your heels down and away from you, tuck your chin into your chest, form your hands into fists and activate every muscle of your body.

2. Exhale and release the tension from your body. Tuck your chin down slightly to lengthen the back of the neck and allow your feet and arms to fall open naturally at your sides. At this point you can hold the corpse pose as is for the length of your mediation, or add a yoga block and weight to help calm a racing mind.

3. Set a yoga block lengthwise on its side, about 1 or 2 inches from the top of your head. The block should be sitting on it's side so that it is about 5 inches high. Close your eyes tightly and rest a 5- to 10-lb. weighted sand bag on your forehead, draping it over the block as well. You should evenly distribute the weight between your forehead and the block.

4. Relax your eyes, keeping them close and release your arms to your sides. Inhale and exhale deeply, allowing all of the tension to release from your body. Feel the weight of the sand bag and breath into it, releasing any thought that enters your mind. Hold the corpse pose for at least 5 minutes.

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