(GhS-II.20) (BrYs-III.25)
A variation of siddhasana for those who cannot sit in siddhasana
Translation: Hide both feet between the knees, placing the anus on them. This is called guptasana.
Benefits:
- Strengthens the abdominals, back and thighs
- Opens the groin, hips
- Stretching gluteal muscles and lower back
- Stimulates digestion and elimination
- Calms the mind and improves concentration
- Relieves stress, anxiety and depression
- Stimulates and disperses energy up the spine, inducing a meditative state