Padmasana: Lotus Pose

By Super Admin

Friday, August 12, 2011, 16:39

Padmasana or the lotus pose is one of the meditative postures, the others being, Vajrasana, Siddhasana and Sukhasana

Step 1: Sit comfortably with both legs stretched in front.

Step 2: Bend your right foot and place it at the root of the left thigh (where the thigh, joins the hip bone)

Step 3: Holding your left foot, place it at the root of the right thigh.

Step 4: Pull both heels as close as possible to the navel region and press both knees on the ground.

Step 5:To exit the pose, remove one leg at a time. First the left and then the right
Step 6:Repeat, now place the left leg first and then the right.

Note: Beginners can sit in Ardha Padmasana. Place your right foot and place it at the root of the left thigh and bring the left foot below the right knee. The left heel supporting the right knee.

Benefits:

Removes stiffness from the knees

Improves posture

Calms the mind

Precautions:

Those with spine or knee injury should not practice this.

Those with severe arthritis problem should not practice it.

Disclaimer: Before practice, please consult your doctor in case you are suffering from ailments. It is recommended to practice under the guidance of experts.