Svātī kriyā on the chair

01

Support

Back-supported sitting

Concrete purposeVary the form reversibly without fixing one variation as a result to preserve.

1. Settle in

Sit with feet firmly grounded, then let the back meet the backrest over as broad a surface as is comfortable.

2. Enter and hold

Support — Back-supported sitting. Reduce the effort of holding the trunk and let the support truly carry part of the weight. The hands remain free, without gripping the chair.

Desired sensation

Practice is complete when at least two distinct configurations have been traversed without either becoming a target or preference ; stopping occurs before maximum range ; and return to neutral preserves clear supports, ordinary breathing and immediate readiness to move.

Success criterion

Practice is complete when at least two distinct configurations have been traversed without either becoming a target or preference ; stopping occurs before maximum range ; and return to neutral preserves clear supports, ordinary breathing and immediate readiness to move. The number of variations does not measure success. Two cleanly traversed forms are enough.

Adaptations, exit and precautions

Simple variationReduce the range, keep more contact with the seat or backrest, or stay at the first stable stage. The variation must preserve the same grammar without turning the chair into a lever.

Mistakes to avoidFixing one variation as best or pursuing range. Do not add a second intensification once the phase criterion is met.

Physical cautionsReduce or stop in case of pain, dizziness, numbness, increasing joint discomfort or lasting loss of comfortable breathing. No maximum range is sought. Check that the chair is stable, has no wheels and never becomes a pulling lever. Prioritise balance and stable supports ; reduce range before losing control of return.

02

Target

Warrior II on the chair ↔ Seated Side Angle

1. Settle in

From Support, prepare the transition towards Warrior II on the chair ↔ Seated Side Angle. Sit sideways on the chair with stable foot support and a well-supported pelvis.

2. Enter and hold

Target — Warrior II on the chair ↔ Seated Side Angle. First open the arms into seated Warrior II, then move towards a side angle by inclining the trunk above the front leg. Then return to Warrior II : variation must remain fully reversible. Move through two or three similar conventional configurations without naming one as the endpoint. Dosage : 1–2 round trips between two similar variations ; no final form is held as a solution.

Desired sensation

Practice is complete when at least two distinct configurations have been traversed without either becoming a target or preference ; stopping occurs before maximum range ; and return to neutral preserves clear supports, ordinary breathing and immediate readiness to move.

Success criterion

Practice is complete when at least two distinct configurations have been traversed without either becoming a target or preference ; stopping occurs before maximum range ; and return to neutral preserves clear supports, ordinary breathing and immediate readiness to move. The number of variations does not measure success. Two cleanly traversed forms are enough.

Adaptations, exit and precautions

Simple variationReduce the range, keep more contact with the seat or backrest, or stay at the first stable stage. The variation must preserve the same grammar without turning the chair into a lever.

Mistakes to avoidFixing one variation as best or pursuing range. Do not add a second intensification once the phase criterion is met.

Physical cautionsReduce or stop in case of pain, dizziness, numbness, increasing joint discomfort or lasting loss of comfortable breathing. No maximum range is sought. Check that the chair is stable, has no wheels and never becomes a pulling lever. Prioritise balance and stable supports ; reduce range before losing control of return.

03

Integration

Back-supported sitting

Leaving the posture

Integration — Back-supported sitting. Sit with feet firmly grounded, then let the back meet the backrest over as broad a surface as is comfortable. Reduce the effort of holding the trunk and let the support truly carry part of the weight. The hands remain free, without gripping the chair. Return to a neutral position that is neither a fourth variation nor the sequence’s reward.

Desired sensation

Practice is complete when at least two distinct configurations have been traversed without either becoming a target or preference ; stopping occurs before maximum range ; and return to neutral preserves clear supports, ordinary breathing and immediate readiness to move.

Success criterion

Practice is complete when at least two distinct configurations have been traversed without either becoming a target or preference ; stopping occurs before maximum range ; and return to neutral preserves clear supports, ordinary breathing and immediate readiness to move. The number of variations does not measure success. Two cleanly traversed forms are enough.

Adaptations, exit and precautions

Simple variationReduce the range, keep more contact with the seat or backrest, or stay at the first stable stage. The variation must preserve the same grammar without turning the chair into a lever.

Leaving the postureIntegration — Back-supported sitting. Sit with feet firmly grounded, then let the back meet the backrest over as broad a surface as is comfortable. Reduce the effort of holding the trunk and let the support truly carry part of the weight. The hands remain free, without gripping the chair. Return to a neutral position that is neither a fourth variation nor the sequence’s reward.

Mistakes to avoidFixing one variation as best or pursuing range. Do not add a second intensification once the phase criterion is met.

Physical cautionsReduce or stop in case of pain, dizziness, numbness, increasing joint discomfort or lasting loss of comfortable breathing. No maximum range is sought. Check that the chair is stable, has no wheels and never becomes a pulling lever. Prioritise balance and stable supports ; reduce range before losing control of return.