Vajrasana with Anjali Mudra

Kneeling Anjali Mudra

This version combines heel sitting with palms together at the chest. Heel sitting is Vajrasana; Hero places the pelvis between the feet.

Type: Seated
Focus: Breath
Foundational ยท 2/10

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How to do this pose

  1. Kneel on padding and sit toward the heels only as far as comfortable.
  2. Bring palms together lightly in front of the breastbone and soften the shoulders.
  3. Breathe naturally; separate the hands and lean forward to release the knees.

Before you begin

Choose a chair for painful knees, ankles or numbness in the legs.

What you should feel

A supported seat without pressure inside the knees or ankles.

Benefits

Provides a still position for attention and breathing.

Common mistakes

Forcing the hips onto the heels or pressing the palms hard together.

Modifications

Place support between hips and heels, or practise the hand position seated on a chair.

Prep Poses

Comfortable sitting

Follow-Up Poses

Easy Seated; Mountain Pose

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Place support between hips and heels, or practise the hand position seated on a chair.