Description:

Siddha is a Sanskrit term that means accomplished. This is one of the most recommended postures for meditation and it requires less flexibility of body and mind. Siddhasana helps you to attain high levels of concentration and ensures a balanced body and mind.



English Name: The Accomplished Pose



Procedure:

1. Be seated on the floor with your back straight, hands by your side, look forward and breathe normally.

2. First bend your left leg and bring your left foot in front; now try to bring the ankle and the left toe in a single line so that your knee touches the floor.

3. Repeat the same thing with your right leg and place the heel of your right leg just over the heel of your left leg.

4. Keep yourself straight and place your hands on the respective knees with palms facing upward.

5. Breathe normally throughout and hold this posture for one minute before returning to the normal position.



Benefits:

1. Siddhasana cures all kind of joint pains.

2. It normalizes the blood circulation.

3. It activates and energizes the whole nervous system.

4. Practicing this asana can help you to increase your concentration and will power. It also ensures a well-balanced body and mind.



Contradictions:

Siddhasana can be practiced thrice a day. It is a highly recommended asana for people of all ages and all kind of physical conditions.