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Beginnerसुखासन · সুখাসন
Easy Pose
The classic seated meditation posture. Sukhasana opens the hips gently and provides the stable, upright seat required for pranayama and meditation practice.
How to Practise
- 1
Sit on the floor, crossing the shins (not full lotus — simply cross-legged).
- 2
Sit on a folded blanket or block if the lower back rounds or the knees are higher than the hips.
- 3
Place hands on the knees, palms up or down.
- 4
Lengthen through the crown of the head. Soften the face.
- 5
Hold for 1 minute minimum; work toward 5–10 minutes for meditation.
Cautions & Contraindications
Knee injury (use significant support). Hip injury.
Benefits
- ✓Opens hips and groin
- ✓Lengthens the spine
- ✓Calms the brain
- ✓Provides stable seat for meditation and pranayama
- ✓Reduces stress