Child’s Pose, Wide-Kneed Variation (Balasana, variation)

Benefits: Stretches back, groins, inner hips, inner thighs

Helps: Indigestion, a scattered mind

1. Begin in downward-facing dog pose (adho mukha svanasana). Lift your heels and separate your knees, as you lower them to the floor.

2. Then lower your torso to the mat, keeping your hands stretched out in front of you. Stay here for five breaths or 5 minutes, based on how you feel.