All Poses
Padmasana
Lotus Pose
advancedSeated/Hip Opener
Muscle Groups
Hip flexorsAdductorsExternal hip rotatorsCore
The classic meditation posture where each foot is placed on the opposite thigh, requiring significant hip flexibility.
Alignment Cues
- 1.Sit with legs extended
- 2.Bend one knee and place the foot on the opposite thigh
- 3.Repeat with the other leg
- 4.Bring the heels close to the abdomen
- 5.Sit tall with the spine erect
Benefits
- +Opens the hips deeply
- +Calms the mind
- +Keeps the spine straight for meditation
- +Stimulates the pelvis, spine, and bladder
Muscle Groups
Hip flexorsAdductorsExternal hip rotatorsCore
Contraindications
- Knee injury
- Ankle injury
- Hip injury