Legs Up the Wall
What It Does
This mild inversion soothes the psyche, opens the back and stretches the neck. "The pose lets gravity do the work to de-stress the body," says Barrett. "Increasing blood flow to the brain, heart, and thyroid gland, it has an invigorating yet relaxing effect."

How to Do It
Sit with your left shoulder facing the wall. Roll onto your back and swing the left leg and then the right leg up the wall. Extend both legs straight up, with your head, shoulders, and back resting on the ground. Your body should form a 90-degree angle. If tight hamstrings make this too hard, move your pelvis away from the wall until your legs feel comfortable. For more support, put a bolster or pillow under your hips and lower back. Relax for one to five minutes.