Tree Pose is a balance and grounding posture that promotes stability, focus, and inner calm.
Description & Steps:
- Stand tall in Mountain Pose
- Shift weight onto one leg, bending the other knee and placing the foot on inner thigh or calf (avoid the knee)
- Press palms together at the chest (Anjali Mudra) or overhead
- Focus gaze on a fixed point (drishti) and hold for 20–30 seconds
- Switch sides
Benefits:
- Improves balance and coordination
- Strengthens legs, ankles, and core
- Enhances focus, calm, and mental stability
Contraindications:
- Severe ankle, knee, or hip problems (use wall support)
- Vertigo or balance disorders (practice near a wall)
- Recent leg injury preventing weight-bearing
