Tree Pose (Vrikshasana)

Sanskrit word “Vriksha” means ‘tree’. While performing this pose the practitioner holds his body still like a tree, therefore this asana is also known as the tree pose.

Benefits of the Tree Pose (Vrikshasana)
Regularly practicing the vrikshasana improves concentration, balance and coordination because while performing this asana the weight of the entire body is balanced on one foot, so the muscles of that leg are strengthened and toned as well.

How to perform the Tree Pose (Vrikshasana)
- Stand with feet together and the arms by your sides.
- Bend the right leg from the knee, raise the right thigh as high as possible keeping the sole of the right foot inside of the left thigh.
- While balancing on the left foot, raise both your arms over the head keeping elbows unbent and joining the palms together. Hold the posture while breathing gently through the nostrils for about 10 complete breaths i.e. 10 times breathing-in and out.
- Lower the arms and return back to position #1. Pause for a few seconds and repeat on the opposite leg.

Durations/Repetitions of the Tree Pose (Vrikshasana)
Hold the vrikshasana as long as you feel comfortable. Repeat the asana twice or thrice.

Difficulty Level and Advancement of the Tree Pose (Vrikshasana)
Vrikshasana is a difficulty level 4 asana recommended for intermediate yoga practitioner.

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