Greetings to You All!
Dear friends, a warm welcome to everyone joining the “One Step Towards Health to happiness” program. Today, we will explore Dandasana, a fundamental seated posture that serves as the base for many yoga practices.
Whenever we perform seated yoga poses, we begin and return to Dandasana. It is not just a starting position but also a way to relax and realign the body after other asanas. This simple yet powerful pose plays a key role in improving posture and promoting mindfulness.
How to Practice Dandasana
- Sit comfortably on the floor with your legs stretched straight in front of you, keeping a gap of one to one and a half feet between them.
- Relax your legs—point your toes outward and heels inward.
- Place your hands behind your waist, fingers pointing backward, and gently open your chest.
- Sit tall—stretch your shoulders back, expand your chest, and keep your spine, neck, and head in a straight line.
- Close your eyes, relax your facial muscles, and maintain a soft, happy expression.
- Breathe deeply—long, steady breaths will help oxygen flow efficiently through your body.
When the chest is expanded, more oxygen enters the lungs, supporting heart and respiratory health. Make Dandasana a part of your daily routine to experience its full benefits.
Benefits of Dandasana
- Promotes peace of mind and body – Helps calm the nervous system.
- Strengthens back muscles – Supports a healthy, pain-free spine.
- Opens the shoulders and chest – Enhances posture and shoulder strength.
- Improves spinal health – Keeps the backbone aligned and flexible.
- Boosts lung and heart function – Deep breathing increases oxygen intake.
Dandasana is more than just a sitting pose—it’s a foundation for strength, relaxation, and mindful breathing. By practicing it regularly, you invite balance and vitality into your life.
Stay cheerful, stay happy, and keep embracing the joy of yoga!
Thank you very much to all of you.
Yogacharya Dhakaram
Founder, YogaPeace Sansthan
