Happy savasana!
I know, I know…you go to the gym or a yoga class and the last thing you want to do is be STILL! I mean, aren’t we supposed to be moving around to burn up some more calories or something like that?
Many times people leave my yoga classes right before the final relaxation pose, Savasana. Yes, I too am guilty of doing that occasionally and I sometimes skip it during my personal practice at home. But I keep reminding myself and others that it is probably the most important part of the whole practice. It is the “letting go.” You can build all the strength you want and get as flexible as you want, but if you skip the “letting go” portion you are just holding everything in your body which can create more tension.
Savasana also allows your body to cool down after your practice, especially important during the summer, and calm your mind. So the next time you’re tempted to skip the final relaxation, give yourself at least a minute in the pose and see if you feel different afterwards.
Happy savasana-ing!