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Half Lotus Pose

English Name: Half Lotus Pose

Sanskrit Name: Ardha Padmasana

Level: Intermediate

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Half Lotus Pose

Ardha Padmasana

  • Inhale, begin seated.
  • Exhale, placing leg foot on top of opposite thigh.
  • Inhale, sitting tall extending spine.
  • Exhale, placing hands on legs plams up, thumb and index finger touching.
  • Hold pose 3 to 7 breaths or as long as comfortable.

*Only for yogis without knee, hip or ankle issues*

Congratulations on learning Half Lotus Pose / Ardha Padmasana.

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