Padmasana Lotus Position

Padma = Lotus, asana = posture or pose or position

Padma = Lotus, asana = posture or pose or position

Pronounced : Pa-dah-maa-sun-aa

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.

HOW TO DO PADMASANA

1. Sit on the floor or on a mat with legs stretched out in front of you while keeping the spine erect.