{"id":171011,"date":"2023-02-28T08:50:57","date_gmt":"2023-02-28T08:50:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=171011"},"modified":"2026-04-17T13:54:17","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T13:54:17","slug":"health-fitness-benefits-of-adi-mudra-and-how-to-do-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/health-fitness-benefits-of-adi-mudra-and-how-to-do-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits of Adi Mudra and How to Do it\u00a0By Dr. Himani Bisht"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
What is Adi Mudra?<\/a><\/li>
How to Do It?<\/a><\/li>
Benefits of Adi Mudra<\/a><\/li>
Risks of Adi Mudra<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n \n <\/span>\n $\"Join$ \n <\/a>\n
<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit word yuj, which means \u201cto connect.\u201d Due to its simplicity of use and astounding outcomes, yoga has won the hearts of everyone. Yoga is popular not only among the older generations but among, the younger generations as well.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mudra therapy is an ancient and effective therapy taught by sages. Mudras denote a movement of the hands, eyes, and body. Mudras work on the principle of transfer of energy from a higher to a lower level. Mudras are simple and very effective. Adi mudra is a type of hasta mudra, meaning it is practiced using hand gestures.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Adi mudra connects all the fingers of the hand and forms a seal.\u00a0 It is a hand gesture performed while sitting on the ground or on a chair 1<\/a>,2<\/a>,3<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nowadays, stress has become part and parcel of our lives. If, like most people, you also suffer from stress, then Adi Mudra is the way to go!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>What is Adi Mudra?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There are many types of mudras. Adi or Adhi mudra is one of them. It is also known as primordial mudra or a baby\u2019s gesture. Adi is a Sanskrit term meaning \u2018first\u2019. Adi mudra is one of the simplest mudras. It tends to focus on the breathing pattern and can be done along with asanas.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Adi mudra may assist in the improvement of the health of the human body and may help in the management of stress levels 1<\/a>,4<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Adi mudra received its name from the hand posture of the foetus inside the mother\u2019s womb. It is the position of the hands the foetus is capable of making inside the womb of a mother and looks like a fist.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Adi mudra is also known as the first gesture or primal seal.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It is commonly practiced with pranayama (breathing technique).\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It can also be performed with asana to calm and quiet the nervous system.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Like all mudras, the purpose of adi mudra is to direct the energy flow to certain parts of the body 1<\/a>,3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>How to Do It?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
To get the optimal benefits of adi mudra, it is necessary to do it properly. Wear comfortable clothes while performing mudras. The steps to perform adi mudra are as follows:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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You may start by sitting comfortably in a kneeling asana (Vajrayana) or by sitting cross-legged in a meditation position (padmasana) for favorable results.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vajrasana is a simple sitting pose where in you kneel on the floor with your toes and ankles aligned and sit on the back of your legs as you exhale.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Padmasana, on the other hand is a position in which a person sits in a cross-legged manner, with their feet placed on opposite thighs.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Next ensure you are sitting straight with your head and chest held high with relaxed shoulders.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
The hands are placed on the thighs and the fingers are closed to form a fist in such a way that the thumb is at the base of the palm.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
As for the breathing pattern, exhalation should be twice or thrice as long as your inhalation.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
You can close your eyes to concentrate on your breathing.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Perform this mudra three times with both hands in the mudra for 30-90 seconds 1<\/a>,3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>
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