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Prayer Pose

Pranamasana

Standing Prayer Pose with hands at heart.

About This Pose

A grounding pose often used at the beginning or end of practice to cultivate focus and intention.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Stand tall
2
Hands to heart
3
Breathe evenly

Alignment Cues

Spine upright

Benefits

Improves focus
Centers mind

Modifications

Wall support

Variations

Transition pose

Cautions & Contraindications

Cautions

None

Avoid this pose if you have:

None

Use This Pose

Quick Facts

Primary Focus

full body

Secondary Focus

spine

Suggested Hold

15 seconds

Tags

centeringstanding

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