Siddhasana

"Siddhasana" ("adept's posture") is a yoga asana (posture). Alternative names are Svastikasana, Muktasana and Guptasana.

"Siddhasana" and "padmasana" ("lotus posture") are the two asanas traditionally used for dhyana (meditation) and various pranayama exercises, although many practitioners prefer "sukhasana" ("pleasant posture") because of its ease on the knees. The "Hatha Yoga Pradipika" asks, "When "siddha-asana" is mastered, of what use are the various other postures?"

"Siddhasana" is performed by placing the left heel against the groin area, or perineum, and the right ankle over the left; the left foot rests beneath the right leg, while the right foot rests in the fold behind the left knee. The spine should be held erect. A small meditation cushion or "zafu" may be used to aid in proper back alignment. Depending on the particular school or system of yoga, "sidhasana" may be referred to as "muktasana" ("liberated posture"), "guptasana" ("concealed posture"), or even "the perfect pose".

ee also

*List of Hatha yoga postures