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Anyone can begin meditation without any special equipment and certainly beginners can meditate in any comfortable space but as you become more advanced in your practice, you may want to consider a special meditation chair. The traditional position for meditation is sitting on the floor or on a cushion, with legs crossed or preferably in the lotus position and back straight and unsupported. A meditation chair can help you sit in this optimal position for longer and is particularly valuable for people with back problems.

Meditation is possible only when you are completely comfortable so that you are not distracted by niggles or aches which can cause you to change position or constantly think about how uncomfortable you are rather than focusing your mind. As you become more advanced in meditation, your back and leg muscles will become stronger and more flexible and you will find it easier to sit unsupported for long periods. In the meantime however, meditation chairs are a great way to ensure you are sitting in the optimal position for meditation and are still comfortable.

The style of a meditation chair is quite different to a regular chair. They are low to the floor and usually have a low back rest that supports only the lower back. There are many different styles and designs to choose from and the meditation chair you pick depends on your personal preferences for looks and comfort. These chairs are specially designed to align your back perfectly and provide the comfort and support you need to stay sitting for a long time. Regular chairs simply do not provide the correct kind of support for meditation.

It is always recommended that you set aside a small area of your home especially for meditation practice. This allows you to get ‘in the zone’ as soon as you sit down to meditate and programs your mind to be ready for the task ahead. Purchasing a special meditation chair can really help to set aside this space for your meditation practice in your mind which will help you to focus and concentrate on your meditation and be less distracted by outside influences.

There are many popular styles of meditation chair to choose from so it is easy to find one that will both fit in your home and match your sitting style. The Rama Warrior meditation chair is a very popular style which is both comfortable and beautiful. This seat features a cushion that provides full support to your legs and knees and an adjustable backrest which can be fitted perfectly to your spine. The chair frame is carved from Mahogany or Maple wood and comes in a range of different fabric options.

The Lotus meditation chair is another popular choice designed in an ergonomic way to promote optimal posture and breathing. This rattan meditation chair is available in three sizes with a range of different cushions. The chair aids sitting in the lotus position and looks beautiful in any home or yoga studio.

The Seagrass meditation chair is designed to allow you to comfortably place your legs on the floor by raising your hips slightly, while providing support through the backrest and cushion. It is handcrafted in Indonesia and includes washable cotton covers making it a practical choice as well as beautiful.

People looking for a meditation chair to fit into a modern styled home should check out the Ecopod meditation chair. Constructed from eco-friendly materials, this chair has a backrest that is angled forward slightly to discourage slumping. It comes in two beautiful natural finishes and with cushion covers in either cream or mocha.

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