Description:

'Vajra' is a Sanskrit term which means Thunderbolt. While practicing this particular asana, the human body becomes tough and rigid as the diamond and thus the name Vajrasana has been given.



English Name: Thunderbolt Pose



Procedure:

1. Sit up straight and extend both your legs; place your hands on the ground by your side with the fingers pointing forward and you should look straight.

2. Bend your right leg and place the foot under your hip. Repeat the same thing with your left leg.

3. Keep your hands on the respective knees and sit in such a manner, so that your spine, head and back are in one single line.

4. Close your eyes and breathe normally through the nostrils.

5. Be in this posture for 1 or two minutes and then slowly come back to your normal position.



Benefits:

Vajrasana is one of the most suitable and ideal postures for all kind of asana. It strengthens your thigh as well as your calf muscles and cures all kind of digestive problems.