A little life-hack: Legs Up The Wall

With social gatherings at an all time high for silly-season, understanding how to recharge our social batteries with alone time is an important part of having deep conversations with ourselves.

Here’s a game-changer backed by science that may help you with a little moment of recharge:  Legs Up The Wall.

It’s not just a yoga pose—it’s your ticket to activating your parasympathetic nervous system (aka your body’s natural "chill mode").

✨ Why does it work?

Inversion

By elevating your legs above your heart, you’re encouraging blood flow back toward your heart and brain. This shift signals your body to relax and stop the “fight or flight” stress response.

Gravity Assistance

Gravity helps relieve tension in your lower body, allowing the muscles to fully relax. When your legs are up, your body doesn't need to work as hard to pump blood from your legs back to your heart.

Nervous System Reset

When you hold this position and breathe deeply, your nervous system shifts from the sympathetic (stress) to the parasympathetic (calm) state. This helps lower cortisol levels (the stress hormone), slow your heart rate, and promote a sense of relaxation.

Restful Posture

The position itself is restorative. By aligning your body in a neutral and supported way, you're able to deeply relax and disengage from mental and physical stressors.

Whether you’re escaping the holiday hustle or just need a moment of stillness, take a deep breath, put your feet up, and let the rest follow.

You’ve got this. Now go be free ✨🧘‍♀️

With Love,

Maria x