Easy Pose (Sukhasana): How to Practice...
PRONUNCIATION: SUK-HAS-ANNA
Sukhasana is a grounding pose ideal for meditation or breathwork practice. It encourages a calm, focused mind while supporting proper posture.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Sit evenly on your sit bones and cross your shins in front of you. Ensure there is some space between your calves and thighs.
2. Once seated, relax your back by gently engaging your abdominal muscles to draw your lower ribs back toward your spine.
3. Optional: Incorporate a hand mudra to deepen your meditation or focus.
BREATHING:
If you want to practice Ujjayi breathing in this pose, close your eyes and begin to breathe deeply in and out through your nose. Fully fill your lungs with each inhale. Once comfortable, aim for an even rhythm so that the length of your inhale matches the length of your exhale. Try to maintain this for a minute or longer.
MODIFICATIONS:
While this is called Easy Pose, it may not feel easy for everyone due to differences in hip structure. To make the pose more accessible, sit on a prop that raises your hips, such as a bolster, folded blanket, or one or two pillows.
BENEFITS:
- Ideal for meditation and Pranayama practice.
- Calms the mind and reduces stress.
- Strengthens the back and spine.
- Keeps the hips flexible and mobile.
CAUTION:
- If you have a knee injury or feel discomfort in this pose, it’s best to avoid it for now.
- As an alternative, sit with your legs outstretched or practice the pose while seated on a chair.
- If you notice your lower back rounding, sit on a prop to raise your hips above your knees and actively press your sit bones down to maintain proper alignment.
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