Legs against the wall: yoga pose assumes TikTok. from

A simple yoga pose has become a TikTok viral trend, with advocates claiming it can improve sleep, immunity, and digestion.

The “legs against the wall” position (with its hashtag that has amassed over 15 million views) involves lying on the floor (perhaps with a block to support the hips) and stretching the legs against a wall.

It is a restorative pose, that is, a passive and meditative pose that aims to relax you physically and mentally. Officially called Viparita Karani, it offers a number of advantages, according to fans of the movement.

And one of the biggest, according to some fans, is that it makes them feel comfortable. yoga instructor Ema Rice says this may be due to the position of the body in the pose.

He explained that the name Viparita Karani translates as “to do inverted”, which reflects the inverted position of the body in this position, with the legs raised and the head on the ground.

Ema said: ‘Any asana that brings you to the ground should help you feel grounded and it gives a sense of calm.

“It seems like most people’s bodies are under a lot of stress all day long from going from A to B, meeting deadlines, having hard jobs, etc.

“This means that this asana is the perfect opportunity to unwind, both physically and mentally.”

Jen Harvey, co-owner of Oceanflow Yoga Studio in Newquay, is also a fan of the benefits of pose when it comes to relaxation, adding that taking some time to relax in the evening can be very effective. way to improve sleep.

He said: “It’s especially important to be in this state when we lie down because it allows our brain to transition from a dominant beta wave to a more relaxed alpha wave state.

“This makes it easier for us to fall into deep sleep and helps calm the monkeys’ minds and relieve tension headaches… It’s amazing how a little bit of silence in our lives can have such a positive effect on our health.”

The pose is believed to improve circulation, with some pointing out that it allows the circulation of fluids stored in the legs.

According to yoga teacher Ema, “Keeping your legs above your head allows blood to flow through the legs and feet that we use all day, thereby relieving tension and swelling there.”

One of the claims about Viparita Karani is that it may be beneficial for the immune system, with Jen stating that the pose “promotes lymph movement throughout the body,” which can help support the immune system.

This is a “restorative posture” that helps move all the fluids in your body to renew circulation, relax the nervous system, and get rid of swelling.

He added: “The lymphatic system is important for the optimal functioning of our general and specific immune responses.”

Yoga can reduce stress in general, which can weaken your immune system, so some research suggests that reducing stress by doing yoga can boost your immunity.

There’s a debate about how beneficial the pose is when it comes to digestion, and some practitioners claim there’s no direct evidence for it.

However, as it appears to promote circulation, it can have an indirect positive effect on digestion, emphasizing that the digestive and circulatory systems work together to distribute absorbed nutrients throughout the body.

Jen adds that the pose can also aid digestion, as it encourages blood flow to the intestines.

Another claim about the position is that it may support thyroid function. According to Ema, ‘the pose also increases blood flow to the thyroid gland and regulates thyroid function. The neck puts pressure on the gland and thus gets the most blood flow.

“Improving blood circulation in the neck helps nourish the thyroid gland and make it work better.”

There is some research supporting the role that certain yoga poses can play in improving thyroid function, but doctors suggest that people with thyroid imbalances should use yoga as an adjunct therapy rather than as a replacement for any medical treatment they are taking.

TikTok users took to the social media platform to discuss how much they appreciated the exposure and the benefits they think they derive from it.

On social media, TikTokker @lexnicoleta, 26, from California, tried to pose for 15-30 minutes a day, every day for a week, saying it helped him in several ways.

Summing up her thoughts, she said: “What really impressed me was that the pose relieved my anxiety. It made me breathe better and I felt like I was sleeping better.

Her video received a lot of backlash from fans of the pose, with one commentator saying, “I did 20 minutes yesterday and slept nine hours last night.”

Another added: “I am totally in this position when I came across this TikTok. Very good for leg swelling after sitting at your desk for 8 hours and so much more! ‘

Third: ‘My grandmother did it!!! And if you complain of pain, he said: Raise your foot up.’