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About this Practice
Thunderbolt Pose — the only asana that can be performed immediately after eating. Sitting in Vajrasana for 5–10 minutes after meals significantly improves digestion and nutrient absorption.
How to Practise
- 1
Kneel on the floor. Bring the knees and feet together.
- 2
Lower the sitting bones onto the heels.
- 3
Sit tall, hands on thighs, palms down.
- 4
Relax the shoulders. Breathe naturally.
- 5
Begin with 3–5 minutes after meals; build to 15 minutes.
Benefits
- ✓Improves digestion when practised after meals
- ✓Strengthens back
- ✓Calms the mind
- ✓Stable meditation posture
- ✓Beneficial for diabetes (glucose regulation)
Health Goals Addressed
⚠️ Cautions & Contraindications
Knee injury (use folded blanket between thighs and calves). Ankle problems.
Want to learn this under guidance?
All practices in this library are taught systematically at Nibedita Yoga Training Centre.