The Lotus Pose
The Lotus pose is one of the meditative postures, used both
for Pranayama,
as taught by Guru
of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers
Padmasana
Lotus
This classic sitting pose, also known as Padmasana, is greatly revered as a position for meditation and Pranayama because it enhances concentration.
Getting into the Pose
From a regular cross-legged sitting position, take hold of your right foot with
both hands and place it on your left thigh. The foot will turn slightly so that the sole is facing upwards
Next, take hold of the left foot and bring it up onto the right thigh. For meditation, place the hands in Chin Mudra pose (index finger touching the thumb and other three fingers relaxed) or join them in other positions.
