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Embryo in Womb Pose
Garbha Pindasana
Embryo in the Womb Pose (Garbha Pindasana) threads the arms through lotus legs and balances on the tailbone, resembling a foetus curled within.
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How to Perform
- 1
From Padmasana, thread hands between thighs and calves until elbows emerge.
- 2
Press palms together or hold ears as elbows bend and forearms wrap around legs.
- 3
Lean back onto tailbone, lifting crossed legs away from floor while balancing on sit bones.
- 4
Keep chest lifted, spine rounded evenly, and breath smooth as you maintain the curl.
- 5
Hold 3–5 breaths, then release feet to floor, unwind arms, and switch leg crossing.
Benefits
- Compresses abdominal organs, supporting digestion and detoxification.
- Builds core strength and balance while maintaining lotus leg mobility.
- Improves hip and ankle flexibility through deep lotus variation.
Alignment Cues
- Tailbone anchors to mat while spine rounds evenly.
- Gaze forward to stabilize balance.
- Shoulders relax away from ears even as arms thread through.
- Knees stay close together without forcing.
Common Mistakes
No common mistakes listed.
Contraindications
- • Pregnancy
- • Knee or ankle injury preventing lotus
- • Low back or sacroiliac instability
Recommended Props
Blanket under tailboneBlocks to support hands