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Lion Pose (Simhasana)

SimhasanaSimha means lion, since we assume the majestic pose of a seated lion in this asana, hence the name. The entire body and facial expressions are modified to invoke that regal force in you.

In this seated pose, you can kneel on a folded blanket to pad the knees, shins, ankles, and the tops of the feet. This Simhasana, adored by ancient yogis.

This is the best of Asanas and it facilitates (adopting) the three Bandhas, namely the Mula, Jalandhara and the Uddiyana.

Benefits of Simhasana

  • Relieves tension in the chest and face.

  • An often-overlooked benefit of Simhasana is that it stimulates the platysma, a flat, thin, rectangular-shaped muscle on the front of the throat. The platysma, when contracted, pulls down on the corners of the mouth and wrinkles the skin of the neck.

  • Simhasana helps keep the platysma firm as we age.

  • According to traditional texts, Simhasana destroys disease and facilitates the three major Bandhas (Mula, Jalandhara, Uddiyana).

  • Muscles of the neck are exercised and the blood circulation therein is improved.

  • The thyroid is also made healthy.

  • Tonsillitis of certain types is checked.

  • It does not require extraordinary flexibility. Any one can practice it with ease.



    • Precautions during Simhasana

  • The hands on the respective knees should remain straight and the chest should be erect.

  • At the time of bringing out the tongue exhale from the mouth with some sound.

  • After completion of exhalation maintain the position for few seconds. Practice it again after taking the tongue in.
  • Persons with a knee injury, have to be cautious in flexed-knee sitting positions and, if necessary, can sit on a chair while practicing this asana.


    • Beginner`s Tip:The hands and shoulder blades are sympathetically connected. As you spread the right palm on the right knee, feel how the shoulder blade spreads across your back. Similarly, as you press each palm against the same-side knee, feel how the same-side shoulder blade presses more deeply into the back, helping to lift the heart.

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