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Easy Pose
Sukhasana

A comfortable cross-legged seat for steady breathing and upright awareness.

Instructional illustration of Easy Pose
LevelBeginner
Pose typeSeated
Primary focusPosture, Breath

How to practice Easy Pose

  1. Sit on a folded blanket and cross the shins comfortably.
  2. Ground both sitting bones and lengthen the spine.
  3. Rest the hands on the thighs and soften the shoulders.
  4. Change the cross of the legs halfway through.

Practice tips

  • Raise the hips until the knees feel supported.
  • Sit against a wall if the back tires.
Practice note: Avoid forcing the knees toward the floor; add support beneath them.
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