How to Do The Easy Pose (Sukhasana): Step by Step Guide for Beginners

What Is The Easy Pose (Sukhasana)?
The Easy Pose, known as Sukhasana in Sanskrit, is a simple seated pose used for meditation, breathwork and grounding the body. It encourages calm breathing, improves posture and helps create a steady foundation for mindful practices. Although the pose looks straightforward, it requires gentle awareness of the hips, spine and breath to sit comfortably for longer periods.

When You Should Avoid This Pose
Avoid The Easy Pose if you have a back injury or if you have recently had surgery. If sitting cross legged creates discomfort, elevate your hips on a folded blanket or cushion.

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How to Do The Easy Pose in 3 Easy Steps

1. Begin in Staff Pose.
Sit in Staff Pose with both legs extended forward. Cross your legs so each foot rests beneath the opposite knee.

2. Align your spine.
Keep your back straight and ensure your pelvis is in a neutral position. Soften your shoulders and rest your hands on your knees.

3. Hold and breathe.
Stay in the pose for as long as comfortable. Breathe slowly and allow the posture to support a calm and grounded state.

Variation: Easy Pose with a Blanket
Sit on a folded blanket to ease pressure in the hips and knees. This helps keep your spine upright and makes the pose more comfortable for longer meditation sessions.

Common Questions About The Easy Pose (People Also Ask)

Is Sukhasana good for beginners
Yes, it is one of the simplest meditation poses.

Should my knees touch the ground
Not necessarily. Elevating the hips helps the knees drop naturally.

What muscles does Easy Pose work
It lightly engages the core and stretches the hips.

How long should I sit in Sukhasana
Start with one minute and increase gradually.

Preparatory Poses
• Staff Pose Dandasana
• Cat and Cow Pose Marjariasana and Bidalasana
• Cow Face Pose Gomukhasana

Follow Up Poses
• Child’s Pose Balasana
• Corpse Pose Savasana