Lotus Peacock Pose is an advanced inversion that combines an arm balance with a hip opener. The Lotus Pose is your classic posture which is a seated cross-legged pose. Lotus Peacock Pose many benefits include stimulating the elimination of toxins and improving circulation. Lotus Peacock Pose should be practiced at the end of practice, just before savasana and after all other inversions.

Begin in a seated lotus position with the right leg folded on top. Stand onto the knees and bring the palms flat onto the floor in front of the body with the fingers pointing backwards towards the knees. Bend the elbows and bring them to touch. Lean the torso forward and place the elbows on either side of the abdomen. Tip further forward to bring the chest onto the upper arms. Shift your weight slightly more forward, bringing the knees off the floor. Stretch the thighs straight back, so the torso, head and legs are in one line.  Lift the head and bring the eye gaze forward. Remain in the pose for several breaths. To exit the pose, Bring the knees to the floor and walk the hands back to the start position. Unfold the legs and refold with the left leg on top. Repeat.