04/26/2026
Floating Lotus pose / Scale pose 🪷🧘🏻♀️⚖️
Utthita Padmasana / Tolasana
Floating Lotus is an intermediate to advanced arm-balancing posture where the body is suspended above the floor in a Lotus pose while resting only on the hands. It strengthens the shoulders, arms, and core while requiring deep hip opening. Part of the Ashtanga primary series.
I like practicing this challenging pose to see how long I can stay elevated and suspended off the floor while breathing. It feels creative, boosts confidence, and builds strength.
• Biceps & triceps
• Core / abdominal muscles
• Gluteus
• External hip rotation
Namaste,
Mary
