"Sama" connotes 'balance' or 'equilibrium' in Sanskrit. In this posture
the body is in such a position that it can be divided vertically into
two identical parts.
Sequence:
- Sit on the floor with your legs stretched out in front and palms resting on the floor by your sides.
- Spread your legs apart.
- Get into Padmasana.
- Place your wrists on the respective knees. Take Gyana Mudra(See below) with your fingers.
- Close your eyes and relax. Continue breathing normally.
- Return to starting posture in the reverse order.
Benefits:
- Functioning of spine improves with practice of this posture.
- The pose is good for meditation and concentration.
- The relaxing effect of the pose helps in stabilizing heart beats.
- It helps in healing the strained muscles of the heart.
Gyan Mudra:
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