Auspicious Pose

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Swastikasana

Techniques:

• Sit with legs stretched out in front
• Bend the left knee and place the left sole against the right inner thigh
• Left heel should not touch the perineum
• Bend the right knee
• Place the right foot in the gap between the left thigh and the left calf
• Right heel should be close to the pubis
• Pull the left foot into the space between the right calf and thigh
• Adjust the position to sit comfortably
• Place palms on the knees in the chin or gyan mudra (hand gesture)

Contra-indications:

• Sciatica
• Sacral injury

Benefits:

• Sitting in this posture promotes health
• Helps in alleviating varicose veins
• Good for tired or aching legs
• Help to reduce fluid retention in the legs