Vrikshasana comes under the basic level of asanas in yoga practice. A standing pose, Vriksasana challenges balance thereby helping to improve coordination as well as strengthen the lower body.

Standing in this position for 1 to 2 minutes increases blood circulation within the body. Balancing in this asana is not only a fun way to strengthen the legs, but it also improves posture.

Vrikshasana brings clarity to the mind and enables better decision-making as it can increase the level of concentration. Vrikshasana is a very grounding and centring asana that helps us to align and balance energies.

Like a tree, this asana encourages us to dig roots deep into the soil while reaching for the heavens to achieve a higher potential. Today, Yoga Master, Philanthropist, Religious Guru and Lifestyle Coach Himalayan Siddha Akshar Ji will tell you what other benefits you can get from Vrikshasana which tones the legs.

Benefits of Vrikshasana

  • Improves balance and stability in the legs.
  • On a spiritual level, it helps to achieve balance in other aspects of life.
  • Strengthens tendons and ligaments.
  • Strengthens and tones the entire standing leg, up to the hips.
  • Helps the body establish pelvic stability.
  • Strengthens the bones of the hips and legs due to the weight-bearing nature of the asana.
  • Builds confidence and respect.

Method of Vrikshasana or Tree Pose

  • Stand in Samasthithi by joining the feet together.
  • Keep the back straight and lift the chin very slowly.
  • Try to find your centre and balance the energies.
  • The arms should be beside the body and the shoulders should be relaxed.
  • As we inhale and exhale slowly, balance the body weight evenly between the legs and find stability in this asana.
  • Prepare to put the weight on the right foot.
  • Slowly bend the left knee and support the ankle to place the left foot on the right foot.
  • Focus on any one point as it will help us to create balance.
  • Keeps your back straight while gazing at a spot on the wall in front of you.
  • Put a little pressure on the right side of the inner thigh with the left foot as this will increase the balance.
  • Continue to push left knee out and keep hips square to room.
  • Maintain balance in Pranam Mudra and slowly join the palms in front of the chest.
  • Exhale slowly and release the left leg by the ankle, return to the starting position and prepare to repeat on the other side.

Caution

  • Please avoid this easily if you have any injury in your lower body, hamstrings, ankles etc.
  • In case of dizziness, please exercise with caution.

Vrikshasana is a great asana for women to practice during pregnancy as it reduces pain and helps in a smooth delivery.

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