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what is padmasana yoga (Lotus Pose)

Padmasana or Lotus Position (Sanskrit: पद्मासन [Padm asana ], IAST: padmāsana)^[1] is a cross-legged sitting asana originating in meditative practices of ancient India, in which the feet are placed on the opposing thighs. It is an established asana, commonly used for meditation, in the Yoga, Jain, and Buddhist contemplative traditions. The asana is said to resemble a lotus, to encourage breathing properly through associated meditative practice, and to foster physical stability. Lotus Pose, or Padmasana, is an extremely powerful pose, especially for women. It is a wonderful example of a pose that connects the mind, body, and spirit — one of the ultimate goals of yoga.

Shiva, the meditating ascetic God of Hinduism, Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism, and the Tirthankaras (Teaching Gods) in Jainism have been depicted in the lotus position.

10 Health Benefits of Lotus Pose – Padmasana:

Opens up the hips
Stretches the ankles and knees
Calms the brain
Increases awareness and attentiveness
Keeps the spine straight
Helps develop good posture
Eases menstrual discomfort and sciatica
Helps keeps joints and ligaments flexible
Stimulates the spine, pelvis, abdomen, and bladder
Restores energy levels

Alleviates Mental Stress

This particular pose relaxes the mind and alleviates pent-up stress and tension. The regulated breathing which accompanies this yoga pose helps to free our minds of negative emotions. Performing lotus pose or padmasana on a regular basis can also lower the production of stress hormones.

Fight Insomnia

The simple cross-legged yoga pose known as lotus pose or padmasana is a simple, yet highly effective yoga posture that helps to fight insomnia. This particular yoga pose relaxes the mind and alleviates all kinds of stress and tension. The deep breathing which accompanies the lotus pose further enhances the sense of mental and emotional well-being. This in turn can help people to get a restful night’s sleep.

Eases Childbirth

Padmasana or lotus pose is probably one of the best yoga poses that helps to strengthen the pelvic region. Enhancing pelvic strength and flexibility aids in easing pain during childbirth. Additionally, this yoga posture if performed regularly opens up the hips wonderfully. This too can help pregnant women during childbirth.

Strengthens The Joints

Lotus pose if performed correctly is an ideal posture that helps to strengthen the joints. The lotus pose helps to improve our posture while strengthening specific joints of the body – which includes the joints around the knees and the sacroiliac joints. This particular pose also enhances joint flexibility.

Lotus Pose – Padmasana Improves Digestion

Lotus pose boosts digestive function by giving the abdominal region a gentle massage. This particular yoga pose also aids in redirecting blood flow to the abdomen. Boosting blood circulation to the abdominal region can enhance the digestive processes. Lotus pose also eradicates common digestive problems like constipation and loose motion. Cleansing the digestive system enhances metabolic function. Furthermore, the lotus pose improves digestion by kindling the ‘digestive fire’.