Advanced exercise
Lotus Pose
Also called Padmasana
Technique
How to perform Lotus Pose
- Begin seated and place one foot on the opposite thigh as in Half Lotus, using both hands to support the lower leg.
- If the second hip has sufficient range, place the other foot on the opposite thigh without levering either knee.
- Sit upright on a folded support if helpful and keep the knees free of pressure.
- Use your hands to lift out one foot at a time, then change the crossing order if comfortable.
Programming relevance