Padma = Lotus, Mayura = Peacock, Asana = Pose or Posture

This advanced arm balancing pose requires deep hip opening and shoulder flexibility. Please exercise caution and avoid attempting this pose if you cannot comfortably sit in Padmasana or have any existing shoulder or wrist injuries.

Steps

1. Perform Padmasana (Lotus Pose) by placing your right foot on your left thigh and your left foot on your right thigh. 
2. Rise onto your knees, bend forward, and place your palms on the floor with your fingers pointing toward your feet. 
3. Bend your elbows and bring them together to support your abdomen.
4. Lean forward, letting your trunk rest on your upper arms. Take a deep breath, lift your legs off the ground, keeping them parallel while maintaining balance, keep your chin forward, and gaze ahead.
5. Hold the pose for as long as comfortable, holding your breath or practicing slow, shallow breathing if needed. 
6. To release, exhale, and lower your legs, return to the Lotus Pose.
7.  Rest in Balasana (Child’s Pose) to relax.

Benefits of Padma Mayurasana (Lotus in Peacock Pose)

1. Tones all abdominal organs effectively.
2. It enhances digestion and alleviates constipation.
3. Promotes pancreatic health, making it beneficial for diabetic patients.
4. Cleanses toxins from the bloodstream.
5. Strengthens wrists, elbows, and arms.
6. It helps regulate hormonal balance.
7. Facilitates detoxification of the entire body.