Yoga Teacher's Companion #23: How to Transition Into Half Lotus and Full Lotus Safely and Correctly

The details of transitioning into Half Lotus and Full Lotus are rarely discussed. Transitioning incorrectly significantly increases the likelihood of injuring the knee in these poses. This yoga teacher's breakdown discusses the anatomy and mechanics of transitioning into lotus with the greatest efficiency and safety--a must for all teachers and practitioners that work with these postures HIGHLIGHTS 1:20 how injuries typically happen in Lotus (Padmasana) 2:15 the common, less preferred way of doing Half Lotus (Ardha Padmasana) 4:10 the preferred method of getting into Half Lotus (Ardha Padmasana) 7:30 The preferred method of getting into Full Lotus (Padmasana) 12:50 Final Takeaways ✅ JOIN OUR MAILING LIST and you'll be the first to know whenever we have new content: https://www.jasonyoga.com/newsletter ABOUT JASON: Jason Crandell is a natural teacher and author with more than 20 years of experience. Named “one of the teachers shaping the future of yoga,” by Yoga Journal, Jason has been an in-demand teacher at conferences around the world for more than a decade. For the past 10 years, Jason has honed his approach by looking to peers outside of the yoga community, in the fields of physical therapy, orthopedics, , and sports medicine. These collaborative partnerships have enabled Jason to offer the most up-to-date to asana technique, cueing, injury management, and hands-on adjustments. Jason’s goal is to blend the timeless wisdom of yoga philosophy with evidence-based information to create yoga curriculum that helps modern practitioners grow and evolve.