Traditional

Rabbit Pose

Sasangasana

Hold the heels from kneeling and round the crown of the head toward the floor.

Benefits: Builds strength, mobility, and breathing awareness with steady alignment. Particularly helpful for feeling steady and present.
Props: Blanket optional.
Hold Time: 5 to 8 breaths
Cautions and Contraindications: Practice within a pain-free range. Reduce depth or use props for knee, low back, neck, wrist, or shoulder sensitivity.
Entering Rabbit Pose: Come to kneeling and sit back toward the heels. Hold the heels or ankles. Tuck the chin and round the spine as the crown of the head moves toward the floor. Take a steady inhale to create length, then use the exhale to settle into the final shape.
Exiting Rabbit Pose: Release the heels. Unround the spine slowly and lift back to kneeling. Pause in a neutral position for a moment before continuing.