Yoga Positions for Beginners - Padmasana

Padmasana is the very basic pose used for Meditation. It is also called as the Lotus Pose or the Buddha Pose because it is the most stable sitting position for meditation. It is the also the best Yoga Positions for Beginners. It is quite difficult to attain at first, but by training the Pose gradually and working on it patiently one can achieve this position in a very less time.
Sit on the ground by spreading the legs forward. Then with your hands place the right foot on the left thigh and the left foot on the right thigh. Both foot should be close to the hip joint. The sole of the foot should be slightly upturned.



Place the hands on the knee-joints. You can place the left hand over the left knee and then place the right hand over the right knee with the palm facing upwards and the index finger or the middle finger touching the middle portion of the thumb forming the letter O.
The main point to sit in this position is to improve the energy flow in the body which is good for physical health.
Note: If the Lotus pose is difficult to attain at the beginning, you can also start with Half Lotus Pose i.e. alternating your legs. You will then eventually be able to sit comfortably in Lotus.

Benefits: Lotus Pose or Padmasana
Increases mobility and releases tension in hips, legs, knees, ankles. Strengthens back. Improves posture. Improves circulation between legs and torso. Increases circulation in lumbar area and abdomen, thus increases circulation to abdominal organs. Extremely restful position. Best meditation posture.