Reverse Prayer Lotus Pose
Viparita Namaskar Padmasana
(vi-puh-REE-tuh nuh-muhs-KAHR puhd-MAHS-uh-nuh)
Also Known As: Back of the Body Prayer Lotus Pose (Paschima Namaskara Padmasana)
Modification: 1. fingertips pointing down
- fingertips pointing up
Pose Type: seated
Drishti Point: Nasagrai or Nasagre (nose)
Bound Lotus Pose
Baddha Padmasana
(BUH-duh puhd-MAHS-uh-nuh)
Modification: both hands to one foot, one arm behind the back
Pose Type: seated, mild backbend, binding
Drishti Point: Bhrumadhye or Ajna Chakra (third eye, between the eyebrows)