
This is Kisen (from a Pure and Simple Yoga; a book I borrowed from the library) he is in Legs up the Wall pose or Viparita Karani.
I have decided to start with my yoga goal of focusing on an asana with a posture I enjoy doing; but don't do enough of and also it is a good quite non-heating pose for the terrible heat we are having.
My yoga teacher once told me this pose, if practiced daily, will lengthen your life - a life giving posture.
More can be read about Viparita Karani, at a site I like to visit by Yoga Journal
hereThis posture is fantastic for me and my legs which retain water especially in this heat and also washes wonderful blood into my hips; another trouble spot in my body.
It also helps promote peacefulness in the heart and for sleeping - lovely to do just before you jump in bed.