There's definitely more to this pose than first meets the eye! It's a great one to practice sitting up straighter, for improved day-to-day posture!
The Benefits
Relieves stress, promoting inner harmony
Strengthens the spine
Opens the hips
Top Tips
Swap legs sequentially to work both sides of the legs equally
Beginners can sit on a cushion, folded blanket, yoga block or bolster to help straighten the back
In class
Often used at the beginning and end of a practice for peace and calmness
Cautions
Knee or hip injury