Meditation Preparation: Poses & Techniques - Yoga Journal

Meditation Prep

Traditionally, the physical practice of yoga (asana) was intended as Meditation Prep. Use these practices to prepare your body to sit comfortably for meditation practice.

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Find freedom by settling into a meditative state with this gentle asana practice.

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Prepare for a life-changing Sun Salutation practice with Shiva Rea’s Prana Flow pranams.

Cat-Cow Pose, with flipped wrists

Practice moving your attention into your chest and heart space, where you receive and give love.

Supported Headstand, prep ELENA BROWER

Enjoy robust breathing, a free mind, and a bird’s-eye view with a light heart.

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This  sequence will free up space for energy to flow, helping  your organs function optimally for greater  mental clarity and endurance.

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Feel  the relationship between your core and steadiness in preparation for meditation.

Legs-up-the-Wall Pose Elena Brower

Consider this grounding sequence a reorientation to your foundation.

warrior 1 pose variation, virabhadrasana 1

A practice that combines energizing and calming principles (brahmana and langhana) has a balancing, or samana, effect to quiet that monkey mind.

easy supine twist pose, supta matsyendrasana

Sitting for meditation at the end of a hectic day can feel difficult. This sequence can help you shift gears and transition smoothly into calm.

down dog, ado mukha svasana

Keeping your eyes open if your body is listless, your mind dull, or your heart heavy can be a challenge. This 5-pose flow will help awaken your energy for meditation.