Hip flexibility is necessary for comfort in this posture. Sit on mat with legs ex- tended. Bend left knee and form a right angle with left thigh and shin.
Bend right knee, and place right shin directly on top of left shin. Extend right foot beyond left knee and flex both feet. If pose is difficult, move left foot closer to body.
Gently press right knee toward floor. Stretch will be felt deep within hip socket. Inhale and lift chest. Exhale and relax hip joints.
Release pose and extend legs. Cross left shin over right. After stretching both sides, extend legs and rest.
This posture stretches outer buttock muscles and increases hip joint flexibility.