Lotus Yoga Pose Padmasana
Description
This exercise involves performing the yoga pose known as Padmasana, which is also commonly referred to as the lotus pose. It may involve using a yoga pad or mat for support and stability during the pose.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Lotus Yoga Pose Padmasana Instructions
- Start by sitting on the floor with your legs stretched out in front of you.
- Bend your right knee and place your right foot on your left thigh, with your heel close to your abdomen.
- Then, bend your left knee and place your left foot on your right thigh, with your heel close to your abdomen.
- Place your hands on your knees, palms facing down.
- Keep your spine straight and your shoulders relaxed.
- Breathe deeply and hold the pose for as long as comfortable.
- To release the pose, gently straighten your legs and come back to a seated position.
Lotus Yoga Pose Padmasana Form & Visual
Lotus Yoga Pose Padmasana Benefits
- Stretches the hip flexors and quadriceps
- Improves flexibility in the hips and legs
- Strengthens the legs and core
- Improves balance and stability
- Can help alleviate lower back pain
- Can improve digestion and relieve constipation
Lotus Yoga Pose Padmasana Muscles Worked
- Glutes
- Quadriceps
- Hamstrings
- Hip flexors
- Abdominals
- Spine
- Shoulders
- Wrists
Lotus Yoga Pose Padmasana Variations & Alternatives
- Half Lotus Pose (Ardha Padmasana)
- Full Lotus Pose (Padmasana)
- Seated Forward Bend in Lotus Pose (Paschimottanasana in Padmasana)
- Bound Lotus Pose (Baddha Padmasana)
- Lotus Headstand (Mukta Hasta Sirsasana in Padmasana)
