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Happy Baby (Ananda Balasana)
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At a glance
- Equipment
- Yoga mat
- Suggested hold
- Hold 5–10 breaths
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Common mistakes
You let the tailbone and lower back lift off the mat as you pull the feet.
You haul the knees down forcefully instead of letting them settle.
You lift the head and shoulders off the floor to reach the feet.
What to focus on
Keep the whole spine, especially the tailbone, heavy on the mat — hold the shins or ankles if the feet are out of reach.
Draw the knees toward the armpits beside the ribcage, not toward the center of the chest.
Soften the jaw and neck and let the gentle rocking massage the lower back.
