“Padmasana or Lotus Asana is a sitting yoga posture in which the knees remain in the opposite direction. By doing this mudra the mind becomes calm and meditation deepens. It also provides relief from many physical disorders. With regular practice of this mudra, the seeker blossoms like a lotus, hence the name of this mudra is Padmasana. In Chinese and Tibetan Buddhist belief, lotus posture is also called vajra posture.”
HOW TO DO PADMASANA
Spread the legs in front and sit on the yoga mat or the ground, the spine should be straight.
- Bend the right knee and place it on the left thigh, keeping in mind that the heel is near the abdomen and the sole of the foot is facing upwards.
- Now repeat the same process with the other leg.
- Bend both the legs, feet on opposite thighs, keep the hands on the knees in the mudra position.
- Keep the head straight and the spine straight.
- Stay in this position and take deep breaths.
PADMASANA WITH MUDRA
Mudras increase the circulation of energy in the body and give better results if done with Padmasana. Every currency is different from other currency and so are the benefits. While sitting in Padmasana, you can bring more depth in your meditation by adopting Chin Mudra, Chinmayi Mudra, etc Mudra or Brahma Mudra. While staying in the posture for some time, breathe and feel the flow of energy in the body.
PADMASANA FOR BEGGINERS
If you have trouble sitting in Padmasana with both legs bent, then you can sit in Ardha Padmasana, you can do this asana by keeping either leg on the opposite thigh.
To do Padmasana, it is necessary to have flexibility in the body. Practice Ardha Padmasana only until your body becomes flexible.
BENEFITS OF PADMASANA
- Aids in digestion.
- Reduces muscle tension and controls blood pressure.
- Gives peace to the mind.
- Assists in the delivery of pregnant women.
- Reduces the discomfort of the menstrual cycle.