Vajra ardha padmasana Yoga Asana
Vajra ardha padmasana Yoga Asana:
Padmasana or Lotus position is a cross-legged yoga posture which helps deepen meditation by calming the mind and alleviating various physical ailments. A regular practice of this posture aids in overall blossoming of the practitioner, just like a lotus; and hence the name Padmasana. In Chinese and Tibetan Buddhism, the Lotus pose is also known as Vajra position.
Vajra ardha padmasana Yoga Asana Steps:
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Sit on the floor or on a mat with legs stretched out in front of you while keeping the spine erect.
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Bend the right knee and place it on the left thigh. Make sure that the sole of the feet point upward and the heel is close to the abdomen.
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Place your hands on the knees in mudra position.
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Keep the head straight and spine erect.
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Hold and continue with gentle long breaths in and out.