Yoga Practice Name
Gupta Padmasana
English Name
Hidden Lotus Pose
Yoga Practice Branch
Ashtang Yoga, Hatha Yoga
Yoga Practice Type
Yoga Asana Type
Ashtang Yoga Category
Asana
Hatha Yoga Category
Asana
Steps and Description
- Attain the padmasana.
- Place the hands on the floor in front of the knees. Leaning on the arms, raise the buttocks and stand on the knees.
- Slowly lower the front side of the body to the floor in the prone position.
- Rest either the chin or one cheek on the floor.
- Place the palms together behind the back.
- The fingers may point downward, or upward in hamsamudra (see section on mudras for this practice).
- If possible, touch the back of the head with the middle fingers.
- Close the eyes and relax the whole body.
- Return to the starting position and relax.
Practice Keynotes
- Legs should be tied properly.
- Fold your hands at back.
Cautions and Limitations
- Avoid facial contortions and excessive shaking of the body.
- Proceed carefully and only under expert guidance.
- At the slightest sign of discomfort, reduce the duration of practice and, if necessary, discontinue the practice for the day.
- Practice should never be rushed.
Contraindications
- Don't do this asana if your are suffering from any knee or any other injury.
Complimentary Practice
Pavanmuktasana
General Benefits
- Stretches the spine, shoulder, neck, arms and legs.
- Strengthens the back and arms.
- Improves the respiratory system.
Benefits for Disease
Depression
Body and Organ Affected
Chin, Shoulder, Elbow, Arm, Chest, Forearm, Wrist, Back, Navel, Ankle, Waist, Abdomen, Leg, Thigh, Knee, Hand
