Vrksasana / Tree Pose

Vrksasana, commonly known as Tree Pose, cultivates balance, concentration, and stability while opening the hips and stretching the inner thighs.

• Begin in Mountain Pose (Tadasana) and shift the weight onto the left foot.

• Lift the right foot and place the sole against the inner left thigh, calf, or ankle, avoiding placing it directly on the knee.

• Press the foot into the thigh and the thigh into the foot, finding a sense of stability and connection.

• Bring the palms together at the heart center or extend the arms overhead, reaching towards the sky like the branches of a tree.

• Find a focal point to gaze at, enhancing concentration and balance.

• Engage the core muscles to support the spine and maintain an upright posture.

• Explore variations such as placing the foot on the inner calf or using a wall for support.

Benefits:

• Strengthens thighs, calves, ankles and spine

• Stretches the groins and inner thighs

• Improves balance and posture

• Enhances focus

• Improves mental clarity

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