Sitting Meditation (zazen in Zen) is physically demanding. While I'm in generally good shape I have a few historic injuries that complicate sitting meditation. I'm also an experimenter by nature which oozes out in Zen as I search for techniques to find a Neutral Position for zazen.

Our bodies aren't use to sitting folded up and motionless for long periods of time without some discomfort. The goal is not to eliminate discomfort; it is to find a natural balance (I call it finding neutral) that is a healthy starting point for sitting meditation. Neutral is the position that best supports your body without adding pain due to poor posture or poor sitting position or tools.
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(Note: Some physical situations require the use of a chair or lying flat. These solutions are not addressed in this blog; however, there are many great methods to support any meditation practice...keep Googling and I'm sure you will find yours.)
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