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Tree Pose

Vrikshasana

Balance

How to

Stand on the left leg and place the right sole against the inner left calf or thigh, avoiding the knee. Bring the hands to the heart or extend them overhead, and fix the gaze on a still point.

Benefits

  • Improves balance and ankle stability
  • Strengthens the standing leg
  • Sharpens focus

Practice

Hold for 5-10 breaths per side. Keep a fingertip on a wall nearby while building balance.

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General information, not medical advice. If you have a health condition or pain, talk to a doctor or qualified teacher first.

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