If you only have time to do one yoga pose when you're stressed and overwhelmed, Legs up the Wall gets my vote. Beyond showing your lower back and the backs of your legs some love, you'll be left with an instant sense of calm after just a few breaths in this shape. Trust me on this one.
- Grab your mat and move toward the closest wall.
- Sit sideways and position yourself a few inches away from a wall. On your exhale, swing your hips 90 degrees to bring your legs up the wall.
- Allow your shoulders and head to rest lightly on the floor, relax your arms at your sides, and close your eyes.
- Keep your legs firm against the wall, but don't force anything in this pose. If it feels uncomfortable on your lower back, then move a few more inches away from the wall.
