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Gupta Padmasana<\/strong>, also known as the hidden lotus pose<\/strong>, is a yoga posture that combines elements of Padmasana with a gentle forward bend. This asana not only corrects postural defects but can also serve as a relaxation or meditation pose, fostering peace, stability, and emotional balance. The Sanskrit word “gupta” means ‘hidden,’ signifying how the feet are concealed under the body in this particular asana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Begin in Padmasana, the lotus pose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Place hands on the floor in front of the knees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leaning on the arms, raising the buttocks, and standing on the knees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slowly lower the front side of the body to the prone position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rest either the chin or one cheek on the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Place palms together behind the back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fingers may point downward or upward in Hamsa mudra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If possible, touch the back of the head with the middle fingers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Close the eyes and relax the whole body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Return to the starting position, crossing the legs the other way, and repeat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Breathing:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maintain normal and unrestrained breathing in the final position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Duration:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hold the position for as long as comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Awareness:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Physical awareness on relaxation of the body, breath, and spiritual focus on the Anahata chakra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Corrects postural defects of the spine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Induces peace, stability, and emotional balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Suitable for relaxation and meditation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Practice Note:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For complete relaxation, allow the hands to rest on the floor beside the body with palms facing upward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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