Gomukhasana

Gomukhasana (Sanskrit: गौमुखासन; IAST: Gomukhāsana) or Cow Face Pose[1] is a seated asana in hatha yoga and modern yoga as exercise, sometimes used for meditation.

[5][6] However, the current form of Gomukhasana with the hands behind the back is mentioned only in such ancient tantric texts as the Ahirbudhnya Samhita.

The arm on the lower leg side is raised, the forearm bent down, while the other arm reaches down behind the back, the forearm bent up, so the hands can clasp between the shoulder blades.

[8] The sitting position can be modified either by putting a folded blanket on the heels, and if need be also one beneath them.

[9] Preparatory poses for Gomukhasana include Baddha Konasana and Garudasana.