The term vrikshasana is broken down into
two parts in sanskrit, vriksha meaning tree and asana meaning posture or seat.
Description
This posture replicates the graceful,
steady stance of a tree. Unlike most yoga poses, the tree pose requires keeping
our eye open in order to maintain body balance.
Verbal signs
Stand tall and straight with
arms by the side of your body.
Bend your left knee and place
the left foot high up on your right thigh. The sole of the foot should be
placed flat and firmly near the root of the thigh.
Make sure that your right leg
is straight, and find your balance. If you are unable to balance use on hand to
assist you, once you have achieved balance remove your hand.
Take a deep breath in,
gracefully raise your arms over your head from the side, and bring your palms
together in hands-folded position ( namaste mudra)
5.
Remember to keep your back
straight. Your entire body should be taut, like a stretched elastic band.
6.
Slowly exhale, and gently bring
down your hands from the sides.
7.
Stand tall and straight as you
did at the beginning.
Benefits
The following list provides benefits for
vrikshasana
1.
It will help improve
concentration
2.
Helps bring balance and
equilibrium to your mind
3.
Leaves you in a state of
rejuvenation.
4.
Stretches the legs, back and
arms.
5.
Relieve some cases of sciatica
6.
Strengthen legs, while
concurrently improving balance
7.
Assists the body in
establishing pelvic stability
Caution
Do not attempt the following yoga position
if you have any of the following
1.
Suffering from migraine,
insomnia
2.
Low or high blood pressure
3.
Problems of the cervical spine
