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Correct Position
The most important thing is to find the most appropriate
sitting pose depending on the physical challenges of the person. Although some
exercises can be perform better in one position than other, there are always
variations that can be done instead, and build it up from there with time. continue
Sukasana Or Easy Pose
This is one of the most commonly use of the sitting poses.
It is done sitting on the buttocks cross the legs and keep the spine straight.
It doesn’t matter which leg you choose to place underneath the other. continue
Vajrasana Or Rock Pose
It is call “rock pose” because it said that when you master
this pose sitting on it you can digest a rock. It is done sitting on the heels,
pressing the nerves that goes in the buttocks, and keeping the spine straight. continue
Siddhasana Or Perfect Pose
This wonderful sitting pose works in the nervous system, and
directs the sexual energy. It’s done by bending the left leg and place that
foot on the spot between the sex organ and the rectum, then bend the right leg
on top placing the toes on the back of the left knee. continue
Lotus Pose (Full Lotus)
Most people have heard about “lotus pose” may be because the
beautiful name and mysticism of the lotus flower, or may be because the
physical challenge. One way or the other, the “lotus pose” gives you tremendous
stability, and concentration. continue
Half LotusThis sitting pose is a moderate variation of the full “lotus
pose”. There are two options; bend one leg and place the foot of the bend leg
on top of the opposite thigh. The other leg is bending, bringing the heel
towards the buttocks, as in A, or sit on the heel of the other leg, as in B.
And as in all the sitting poses keeping the spine straight. It doesn’t matter
which leg you choose to place on top of the opposite thigh. You can practice
with both. continue
Sitting In A Chair
This pose is as good as any other one, normally use when
none of the other ones are possible. It may be to comfortable! Remain yourself
be alert, and choose a good chair for it, a firm chair with a straight back to
support your spine will work. It is done sitting on a chair place both feet
flat on the floor, and the spine straight. continue
Bound Lotus
This may be one of the most physical challenging sitting
poses, which are why it is advisable to build it up slowly. It is done by
sitting in full lotus pose, bringing on top of the opposite thigh as high as
possible, and grabbing with the right hand the right foot, and with the left
hand the left foot. continue
Thirty Degree Slant
This sitting pose creates some pressure at the third eye and
at the four lumbar vertebrae. It is done by sitting on the buttocks in easy
pose, or full lotus pose. Eyes remain semi open for meditation. Lean back 30
degrees, different from slump back, maintaining the spine straight. continue
Lion Pose
Good for problems with the teeth, tongue, or jaw, also for
sore throat. When emulating the sound of a Lion looks the three bhandas and
improves the eyesight.
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