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Padmasana or Lotus Pose Padmasana or Lotus Position is a cross-legged sitting asana originating in meditative practices of ancient India. People, who are suffering from stiff legs, knees, ankles etc., can overcome this discomfort by regular practice combined with patience and perseverance. How to do Padmasana (Lotus Pose) ·           In Padmasana we have to place the right foot on the left thigh and the left foot on the right thigh. ·           Position of heels is adjusted so that they are both pressing on the nearest part of the abdomen. ·           Hands are kept open and resting on the knees. ·           Keep palms in the air with tips of the index finger touching the thumb forming a small circle called Jnana Mudra. Index finger represents the individual soul and the thumb represents universal one. Union of the two symbolizes knowledge. ·           Hands can also rest flat on the knees. ·           Another position for hands can also be one on top of the other