What is siddhasana pose?
Siddhasana is a Sanskrit word derived from siddha, which means perfection or completion. “This is a meditative pose, performed with the legs folded. It is a hatha yoga pose, an ancient Indian form of yoga practice that prepares the body and mind for meditation,” says yoga expert Yogesh Chavan.
How to do siddhasana pose
- First you need to sit on the floor or on a yoga mat.
- Note, your two legs must be stretched straight forward.
- Then, you fold your right leg and bring it close to your body, this position is almost like you are sitting on your right heel.
- Bend your left leg in the same way and place your heel on your right foot.
- Your knees should touch the floor with your spine straight.
Here are some things to keep in mind:
- You should not force yourself to do the final pose on the first try. Siddhasana looks simple but it is difficult to do the final pose correctly.
- You should not sit for too long because it can cause pain in body parts.
- Alternate legs or cross legs while holding this pose.
- You must always keep an upright posture when doing this yoga exercise.
Who should avoid practicing siddhasana pose?
- If you are suffering from sciatica, you should not do this exercise.
- Siddhasana pose is also not suitable for people with arthritis.
- People with knee or ankle pain should avoid this.
- This exercise should not be performed by people who have recently undergone surgery.
