`Shavam` in Sanskrit means a corpse and this asana resembles the posture of a dead person. This posture is basically meant for relaxation after doing any other difficult asanas.
"Laying down on the ground, like a corpse, is called Sava-asana. It removes fatigue and gives rest to the mind.", according to the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, by Swatmarama.
 Steps for Practice:
1. All the parts of the body are completely relaxed in this position.
2. The legs are to be kept at 30 degree, and the arms at 15 degree away from the body.
 3. Keep the elbows in prone position with fingers half-bent.
4. The feet are kept 18 inches apart. The hands should be about 6 inches away from the body.
 5. Keep the eyelids closed, but the eyeballs should move freely within.
6. Breathing should be slow, rhythmic and abdominal.
 7. The mind should concentrate only on breathing. This kind of breathing is called "Praanaadhaarana".
Benefits
Headache, dizziness, mental weakness, hot flushes, insomnia, high blood pressure and sciatica are relieved.
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