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Seated Prayer Pose
Sukhasana
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About This Pose
Seated Prayer Pose brings the hands together at heart center in a gesture of gratitude and centering. This simple yet powerful position draws awareness to the heart space while promoting proper posture and shoulder alignment. The prayer hands naturally draw the shoulders back and open the chest, supporting optimal breathing. This pose is often used to begin or conclude practice, creating a moment of intention and reflection.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1
Sit tall with spine lengthened
- 2
Bring palms together at heart
- 3
Press hands gently together
- 4
Draw shoulders back and down
- 5
Keep elbows lifted slightly
- 6
Close eyes and breathe deeply
Alignment Cues
- Head over heart
- Relax shoulders
Benefits
- Centers awareness at heart
- Promotes proper posture
- Opens chest gently
- Creates moment of intention
- Supports shoulder alignment
- Encourages gratitude practice
Modifications
- Sit on block
Variations
- Meditative seat
Cautions & Contraindications
Cautions
- Avoid slouching
Avoid this pose if you have:
- Hip injury without support
Quick Facts
Primary Focus
full bodySecondary Focus
spine
Suggested Hold
60 seconds
Tags
seatedmeditationcalming
Equipment
yoga mat
