"Kurmasana is also known as Tortoise Poses. It is a yoga asana which symbolizes withdrawal within oneself, much like a turtle retracting back into its shell. In Sanskrit " Kurma", is tortoise and Asana, is posture. In ancient yogic text, this asana was described as a posture which helps the practitioner to turn inward and promotes deep concentration. Kurmasana is a great way to improve flexibility, strengthen the back, stretch the legs and shoulders and calm the nervous system."
"The tortoise is a symbol of endurance and steadiness in Hindu mythology. Kurma avatar is Lord Vishnu's second avatar. He represents support and stability. When practicing Kurmasana the body becomes more stable and the mind is withdrawn from external distractions. This pose teaches Pratyahara which is the fifth limb in Patanjali's Ashtanga Yoga. It involves withdrawing the senses from the external object to connect with your inner self."
Kurmasana, or Tortoise Pose, symbolizes withdrawal and inward focus, like a turtle retracting into its shell. The Sanskrit term combines "Kurma" (tortoise) and "Asana" (posture). The pose cultivates Pratyahara, the fifth limb of Patanjali's Ashtanga Yoga, by withdrawing the senses and fostering inner concentration. Physical benefits include improved flexibility, a stronger back, stretched legs and shoulders, and a calmer nervous system. Kurmasana appears in Ashtanga and Hatha Yoga and is considered an advanced posture. Beginners should practice under certified supervision. Setup begins from Dandasana, spreading the legs and sliding the arms beneath the thighs while keeping a long spine.
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