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Sukhasana

सुखासनम् / Easy Pose

September 27, 2024

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Introduction to the Asana

The Sanskrit name is derived from Sukh (सुख) means anand/ aaram and asana (आसन) meaning posture or seat.

Benefits
  • Aligns and lengthens the spine.
  • Kicks out anxiety, stress, and mental tiredness.
  • Opens your hips.
  • Flexibility of your lower extremities.
  • Better blood circulation.
  • Improves focus and concentration.
Steps to perform the Asana: Sukhasana
  • Sit in Dandasana with legs stretched straight out in front of the body.
  • Bend the left leg and place the left foot beneath the right thigh.
  • Similarly, bend the right leg and place the right foot beneath the left thigh.
  • Rest the outer edge of your feet on the floor.
  • Adjust the body and legs to get comfortable in the pose.
  • The head, neck, and spine must be erect (without strain).
  • Place the palms on the knees or thighs.
  • Keep the shoulder relaxed and elbows a bit bent.
  • Close your eyes and relax the whole body, take slow and deep breaths.
  • Feel every breath moving in and out of the body.
  • Practice for a minute or less if you feel discomfort.
  • Practice twice by interchanging the position of the legs.
Common Misalignments / (Mistakes)
  • Straining yourself by Keeping your legs in an uncomfortable position.
  • Hunching your shoulders.
  • Rounding your back.
  • Tension in the face.
Contraindication / Cautions
  • Avoid in case of a knee, hip, or foot injury.
  • Avoid in case of sciatica.
  • Avoid in case of slipped disc.
  • For senior citizens sitting on the floor may not be comfortable.
Additional Details :
  • Another Name of AsanaCrossed Leg Position
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Sukhasana

सुखासनम् /  Easy Pose

    The Sanskrit name is derived from Sukh (सुख) means anand/ aaram and asana (आसन) …

Yoga September 27, 2024
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