Samasana

Balanced Pose

Samasana is a balanced seated position. This entry uses a comfortable crossed-shin seat without forcing a specific foot lock.

Type: Seated
Focus: Hip Opener
Foundational ยท 2/10

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How to do this pose

  1. Sit on a folded blanket and cross the shins loosely.
  2. Arrange the feet so neither ankle presses painfully into the other leg.
  3. Rest hands and breathe, then uncross slowly and change the crossing if repeating.

Before you begin

Change position for knee pain, ankle pressure or tingling.

What you should feel

Even support through the sitting bones and comfortable legs.

Benefits

Provides an upright seat for attention and breathing.

Common mistakes

Forcing the feet into a prescribed shape or ignoring numbness.

Modifications

Use cushions under the knees or a chair.

Prep Poses

Easy Seated

Follow-Up Poses

Gentle leg extension; Seated Meditation

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Use cushions under the knees or a chair.