Locked Lotus Pose
Equipment: no equipment
Category: Yoga

In Sanskrit the word “Baddha” means bound or locked. Baddha Padmasana is also known as locked lotus pose, cause the parts of the body, during in Baddha Padmasana , are firmly locked up and solidify to reinforce its steadiness, during this posture, the toes are grasp by the fingers, along with the arms crossed from behind. This pose is the advance level of Padmasana. At first you have to master in Padmasana and other basic asana, after that you can practice this Asana. In your first attempt if you are not able to perform this asana, then do as much as you can, don’t force yourself for performing this Pose.

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BenefitsNoteTry to grasp the right thumb of your toe with the fingers of your right hand and the left thumb toe with the fingers of your left hand. This Asana need needs a high degree of skill so attempt this pose after mastering in the basic Asanas. Avoid this asana in case of knee injury, severe back or shoulder pain. Pregnant women avoid this Pose. If you really want to get the all the benefits of Asana and Pranayama you have to practice daily. Supervision of well educated trainer is strictly recommended.