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<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>I typically meditate first thing in the morning and a short yoga sequence\u00a0helps me shake off sleepiness before I settle into meditation. This is just one\u00a0sequence that I love to do before meditating and it only takes a few minutes.\u00a0This one hits all of the spots to prepare you for a more comfortable meditation \u2014 you open the shoulders and chest, bring some heat and fluidity to the hips and hamstrings, and stretch the side body.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n Sitting position<\/strong><\/p>\n Meditating cross-legged is an excellent option for those with open hips and no joint problems. Sitting with crossed legs is symmetrical, secure, feels grounding, and allows for an unrestricted flow of\u00a0prana\u00a0throughout the body. There are several\u00a0different variations of crossed-legged positions\u00a0to suit different body types. For additional lower back support, consider leaning against a wall or a cushion, or extending your legs out in front of you; while this can be regarded as disrespectful toward a teacher or deity in some cultures, it\u2019s perfectly acceptable in your own practice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n Kneeling position<\/strong><\/p>\n If you prefer to sit on the ground, but crossed legs are causing discomfort, kneeling in\u00a0Hero pose\u00a0is another possibility for a grounding meditation seat that lengthens the spine. Either sit back on your heels or add cushions underneath your sit bones to help alleviate weight-bearing stress on your lower body. You can also find a kneeling posture using a\u00a0yoga block, bolster,\u00a0meditation pillow\u00a0or meditation bench.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n Child\u2019s pose<\/strong><\/p>\n Child\u2019s pose (also known as Balasana), centres on creating a moment of rest, reminding us of the need to pause one\u2019s action so as to differentiate between being active and passive. It involves bending yourself whilst sitting on your knees, reaching with your hands extended on the mat, head facing down. Some may find this pose difficult or uncomfortable at first.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n Plank position\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Plank Pose,\u00a0also known as Kumbhakasana, is an arm balancing pose that tones the abdominal muscles while strengthening the arms and the spine. Plank Pose tones all of the core muscles of the body, including the abdomen, chest, and lower back. It strengthens the arms, wrists, and shoulders, and is often used to prepare the body for more challenging arm balances.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1451,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[30],"tags":[33,32,31],"class_list":["post-165","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-yoga","tag-all-the-best-life","tag-meditation","tag-yoga"],"yoast_head":"\nThe Best Meditation Positions To Try<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n