Legs Up the Wall (Viparita Karani in Sanskrit) is a gentle, restorative yoga pose. Lie on your back with your buttocks close to a wall and your legs straight up against it to form an L-shape.
This pose is accessible for beginners and requires no flexibility or strength. It can be held for 5–20 minutes. It is often used at the end of a yoga session or as a standalone practice for relaxation.
This pose provides inversion benefits (like improved circulation) without putting strain on your neck or head, which is different from headstands. Here’s what reliable sources say: