The thinking behind this is if you’re feeling bloated or cramped, lying with your legs up the wall will shift the gravitational pull on your digestive organs, helping to keep things moving. And simply relaxing into this posture will allow your body to calm down enough to digest. And thanks to its relaxing effect, legs up the wall is excellent for grounding the nervous system, supporting the immune system, and, yes, even getting a good night’s sleep. Next time you’re tossing and turning, try putting your legs up the wall for at least 10 minutes and notice how much sleepier you feel. Bottom line is, this simple and restorative pose has a ton of benefits, whether you’re looking to go to sleep, find headache relief, or of course, minimize bloat.
