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Svastikasana - auspicious posture

by Nick on Dec 11 2018
Svastikasana - auspicious posture Swastikasana is a seated pose primarily used for meditation. The ankles and knees must be bent more deeply. Svastikasana is also called the pose of happiness and well-being . Below, you'll learn why this is the case, how to perform the seated asana, what its purpose is, what benefits it can have, and what to keep in mind when performing it. Svastikasana - the auspicious sitting asana Svastikasana is derived from the following words: swastikas , which symbolizes benevolence, happiness, and well-being, and asana, which describes the sitting posture. The second part of the word can refer not only to the posture but also to the mental attitude. For example, you might say, "May I be filled with well-being today." This describes why Svastikasana is a posture of benevolence. How is Svastikasana performed? Svastikasana is known as an auspicious sitting asana, or inner pose of goodwill. It is a crossed-legged meditation posture. Sit on the floor or on a yoga mat . Shake your legs up and down before lowering into Savastikasana to work out the kinks. Tuck your feet between your calves and thighs. For more comfort, sit on a rolled mat and lengthen your legs. Place your hands on your knees with your arms palms facing down. Lengthen your spine by straightening your back. Avoid hunching; keep your torso rigid without hyperextending your spine. Balance your head over your torso, and gaze straight ahead. The entire posture should be relaxed. What are the benefits of Svastikasana? Breathe properly and relax your mind to benefit from the positive feelings and impressions: With a straight spine, the energy flow moves to the crown of the head, relaxing the nervous system and calming the mind. Svastikasana can also have a positive effect on concentration and memory. It can also improve mobility in the knees, ankles, and hips and strengthen the back. The pose also increases flexibility in the hip muscles. The upright body is good for the back, especially the lower body, legs, and groin. Who is Svastikasana not suitable for? If performing the seated asana is too difficult, you can sit in the simple Sukhasana pose or support your hips by elevating your spine with a pillow or blanket. This pose should not be performed if you have an injury to your knees, ankles, or hips. If you have arthritis of the knees, hips, or feet, you should not sit on the floor, as this increases pain and swelling. Anyone suffering from sciatica should also avoid Svastikasana. The sciatic nerve is compressed during this asana, resulting in reduced blood flow to the nerve. It is also unsuitable for pregnant women with swollen legs. The same applies at the end of pregnancy. Summary Svastikasana is the optimal pose for meditation. It is practiced worldwide. The benefits of Svastikasana are enhanced when performed in the correct sitting posture. This allows optimal energy flow through the channels. This promotes a relaxed nervous system, increased concentration, and improved memory and awareness. It also stretches the spine and legs, and increases the body's flexibility. Maintain correct sitting posture and an upright posture . Avoid hunching over, as this will negate the essential benefits of the yoga pose. Image © princegarik / 123rf.com