Sit in the classic padmasana or lotus pose, with feet firmly crossed. Inhale. Exhale, lift knees off the floor. If balance is shaky use a firm support (like a wall) behind till you gain confidence.
Place hands in any mudra (hand gesture) of your choice. Place hands on your knees as shown. Focus your attention on any spot in front of you. This facilitates your ability to balance. Hold for as long as you can. Gently ease knees back to floor, unfold legs to emerge from pose.
Avoid: If unable to do padmasana, or if you have knee problems.
Benefits: This is a great pose to improve focus. It de-stresses because of the pressure on adrenals at the abdomen and by re-directing blood, blocked at the legs, towards head and torso. Strengthens upper body.
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