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Lotus Pose -
Padmasana
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***Allows all chakras to
open***
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In a sitting position with both
legs extended straight out in front of you, bend right leg at the knee and bring it in
toward you so that you can take hold of your right foot with both hands. Place right foot
on top of left thigh. The right foot to be brought in as close as possible so that foot
eventually touches groin. The right knee rests on the floor. Next bend the left leg at the
knee and bring it toward you as far as possible and take hold of it with both hands. Place
left foot on top of right thigh, the left foot to be brought in close to groin as
well. Both knees rest on the floor. When legs grow tired stretch them out and repeat
position by reversing legs. There are several variations for this position to accommodate
flexibility and comfort: Half Lotus - Ardha Padmasana - requires you place right foot in
the fold of your left leg. Drop the right knee as far as possible toward the floor, later
reverse leg positions. Back is straight and arms extend to knees palms upward with index
finger and thumb touching forming energy circuit.
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Benefits:
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-provides classical sitting
position for meditation during long periods of time without bodily movement
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-promotes elasticity of the
ankles, knees, and legs
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| CAUTION: The full lotus position
is an advanced yoga position that requires considerable amount of practice to master. If
you cannot do half lotus position, you will not be able to do full lotus position. |
