Sukhasana with Prayer Hands
Sukhasana
About This Pose
Sukhasana with Prayer Hands combines the grounding stability of Easy Pose with the heart-centering Anjali Mudra. This classic meditation posture encourages both physical and energetic balance, drawing attention to the heart center while maintaining a stable seated position. The prayer hands position naturally draws the shoulders back and opens the chest, supporting optimal breathing. This pose is often used to begin or end yoga practice, creating a moment of intention-setting and gratitude.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1
Sit in comfortable cross-legged position
- 2
Ground through sitting bones evenly
- 3
Bring palms together at heart center
- 4
Press hands gently together
- 5
Draw elbows slightly out to sides
- 6
Close eyes and breathe naturally
Alignment Cues
- Chest open
- Spine tall
- Shoulders soft
Benefits
- Centers attention at heart
- Improves chest and shoulder alignment
- Creates sense of gratitude
- Supports optimal breathing
- Balances physical and subtle energy
- Ideal for intention setting
Modifications
- Support hips with block
Variations
- Prayer hands variation
Cautions & Contraindications
Cautions
- Avoid hunching shoulders
- Relax elbows
Avoid this pose if you have:
- Wrist injury
- Shoulder pain
Quick Facts
Primary Focus
chestSecondary Focus
Suggested Hold
60 seconds
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