The “lie down” is a tool in the Alexander Technique, used to let go of unnecessary tension and practice mindbody coordination. There are many ways a lie down could go. It can be used to prepare for performing or teaching, or to decompress at any time in the day.

3 ways to begin a lie down:

Feel the weight of your body on the floor. Notice the parts of your body that are touching the floor and let them spread out a little bit.
Feel the weight of your head on your head platform. The weight of your pelvis on the floor. The souls of your feet on the floor.
Notice the subtle, three-dimensional movement of your torso as you allow yourself to be breathed.

Check out a sample recording here.