Padma is the lotus. Lotus flower is the symbol of purity, symmetry and balance. Practice of Padma Asana instills these qualities in the practitioner’s body-mind system.
Sit erect with legs stretched heels together, palms pressing on the floor by the side of the buttocks.
• Fold the right leg at the knee and place the right heel at the root of the left thing.
• Fold the left leg at the knee and place the left heel at the root of the right thing. Place your palms on the knees, facing upwards. Join the tips of the thumb and the forefinger, keeping the other finger straight. Sit erect in a relaxed mood.
• Unfold the left leg and stretch
• Unfold the right leg and return to starting position.
BENEFITS
Maintains balanced flow of energy throughout the body. Very useful in the practice of many yoga asana and meditation as can sit comfortable for a long stretch of time maintaining the awareness.
CAUTION
Severe arthritis patients should do carefully.
| < Prev | Next > |
|---|