This blog unravels everything you should know about Vajrasana, the diamond pose. From the steps to its benefits, learn about this pose and get started with it. The Vajrasana is one of the simplest yoga asanas and has a myriad of health benefits. This pose is also known as the diamond pose or thunderbolt pose in English. It is a seated yoga posture, often practiced in meditation. It is said that with consistent practice, this asana makes you as strong as a diamond. Hence, the name “Vajrasana” is derived from the Sanskrit word “vajra” which means diamond, and asana means pose. It is claimed that 5-7 minutes of diamond pose gives the same benefit as a long walk.