Yoga mudra

Mudra literally means "seal” or "gesture” in Sanskrit. They are used to guide the energy flow within the body by using your hands through acupuncture meridians in order to bring your body back to balance.

Chakra Hand Postures -- these mudras and bijas (seed sounds) have real physiological basis--they help us to propriocept in our physical bodies where there are restrictions or blockages that prevent prana (life force) from flowing freely into and throughout the body and can actually remove these restrictions.

There is no one "best" Mudra for yoga practice. Each Mudra has its benefits and can be used to support different aspects of the wellness practice. Use our guide to figure out how to use mudras and the different types of mudras you can practice!

This definition explains the meaning of Sankalpa Mudra and why it matters.

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Some believe the power of the hands can help you achieve a sense of calm.