Muladhara, or Root Chakra

The First Chakra: Root

Published on August 14, 2013

Muladhara, or Root Chakra, is located at the base of the spine. It is symbolized by the color red and a lotus with four petals. Muladhara represents the center of instincts, stability of mind and body, survival and self-sufficiency. A positive balance in the Muladhara Chakra would be mental and physical health and prosperity. It is related to the adrenal glands and gonads.

Affirmation:

May I be able to nourish and nurture myself, be grounded, stable, and feel connected to the oneness of life/universe.

Yoga Poses to Activate this Chakra:

Staff posture
Bound angle
Bridge
Crab
Half wind relieving
Full wind relieving
Locust
Child
Half warrior

Yoga Practices to Activate this Chakra:

Mudra: Ganesha
Mantra: Lam
Bandha: Mula Bandha
Meditation: Root Chakra Meditation
Yoga Path: Hatha

 

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3 responses to “The First Chakra: Root”

  1. ellie Eckhardt Avatar
    ellie Eckhardt

    Feel better already!

  2. Meliza-Marie George Avatar
    Meliza-Marie George

    I can’t wait to try this!

  3. Adrian Robertson Avatar
    Adrian Robertson

    The first chakra is so important for grounding us, and this article has definitely helped me learn more.

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Timothy Burgin is a Kripalu & Pranakriya trained yoga instructor living and teaching in Asheville, NC. Timothy has studied and taught many styles of yoga and has completed a 500-hour Advanced Pranakriya Yoga training. Timothy has been serving as the Executive Director of YogaBasics.com since 2000. He has authored two yoga books and has written over 500 articles on the practice and philosophy of yoga. Timothy is also the creator of Japa Mala Beads and has been designing and importing mala beads since 2004.
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