Mountain Pose
Tadasana · ताडासन
Mountain Pose
Tadasana · ताडासन
Standing
Level
Beginner
Body
Standing
How to practice
Stand with your feet comfortably apart and feel the floor beneath you. Keep your knees soft and let your arms rest. Gently lift through your chest without pulling your shoulders back hard.
Benefits
Develops awareness of standing posture, even weight distribution, and relaxed, steady breathing.
Who should avoid or modify
- Keep the knees unlocked and use a wider stance or wall support if unsteady. Avoid gripping the toes or forcing the shoulders back.
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