Lotus Pose
Padmasana
How to
Sit with each foot placed on the opposite thigh, soles turned upward, knees resting toward the floor, spine tall.
Benefits
- Deeply opens the hips
- A traditional, stable seat for meditation
- Calms the mind
Practice
Build up gradually with hip-opening poses first; never force the knees — Half Lotus is a gentler alternative.

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General information, not medical advice. If you have a health condition or pain, talk to a doctor or qualified teacher first.