Final Rest

Final Rest (often called Savasana) is the closing shape of every restorative practice and the end of most longer flows. It looks like lying down, which is exactly what it is — and that's the point. The work of the practice has happened; this is the part where the body integrates it.

How to do it

Lie flat on the back. Legs extend long, feet falling open. Arms rest at the sides at a slight angle from the body, palms up. Shoulders settle into the floor. Eyes close. Let the breath be natural — don't shape it. Stay long enough for the body to fully soften. If the lower back doesn't like flat-on-the-floor, fold a blanket and slide it under the knees.

Common mistakes

Don't skip it because it "feels like doing nothing" — Final Rest is when the parasympathetic shift from the practice actually lands. And don't fall asleep on the floor for an hour; set a timer if you tend to drift off.