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Vriksha – asana – The Tree Pose
By FITTR
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20 Jun 2022
2022-06-20T12:57:51.000Z
Preparation
Regular practice of the vriksha-asana improves concentration, balance and coordination. Because the weight of the entire body is balanced on one foot, the muscles of that leg are strengthened and toned as well. Let's look at how it's done: Stand with the feet together and the arms by your sides. This is the starting position.
Method
Step 1
Bend the right leg at the knee, and bring the sole of the right foot as high up the inside of the left thigh as possible
Step 2
Balancing on the left foot, join the palms together and raise your arms above your head
Step 3
Hold the posture while breathing gently through the nostrils for as long as is comfortable
Step 4
Lower the arms and the right leg and return to the the starting position with feet together and arms at the sides
Step 5
Pause for a few moments and repeat on the opposite leg
Step 6
Repeat for the prescribed number of repetitions
Step 7
And that's how you do Vriksha – asana
Step 8
Precautions: If you have had a recent leg, knees, or back injury, avoid performing this asana.
