Tag: sitting asana
The word “Paschimottanasana” is composed of three Sanskrit words – Paschima refers to the west, but in this context to the back of the body, Uttana means stretching, and …
Simhasana is a basic seated yogic posture. It is popularly known by its English name, lion pose. It is a unique beginner-level asana. It requires the practitioner to make …
Sanskrit Padmasana Pronunciation Pa-dah-maa-sun-aa Common Vajra position, Kamalasana, Lotus Pose Type Seated Level Intermediate Stretches Hamstrings, Adductors, Hip Muscles, Glutes, Groin, Knee, Ankle Strengthens Back, Shoulders, Chest, Spine, Lower …
Sanskrit Sukhasana Pronunciation Soo-kaah-SUN-ah Common Decent pose, Easy pose, Pleasant pose Type Seated Level Beginner Stretches Hips, Groin, Knee, Ankle, Outer thighs, Arms Strengthens Back, Shoulders, Chest, Spine, Lower …
Sanskrit Pronunciation Vajrasana (vahj-rah-suh-nuh) Meaning Vajra – Firm or diamond-likeAsana – Pose Pose Type Sitting Pose Level Beginner, sit 1 to 2 minutes Beneficial In Digestion, strengthening ankles, and …
Steps Benefits Beginner Tips Modifications Precautions Sanskrit (Pronunciation) Urdhva Upavistha Konasana (Uerd-vah oo-pah-veest-ah kone-ah-sah-nah) Common Upward Facing Wide-Angle Seated Pose, Spinal Column Pose, Merudandasana Type Seated pose Level Intermediate …
