Yoga Pose of the Day: The Tree Pose

Tree Pose on the Beach
Note: Place foot ABOVE or BELOW the knee.
Here it is slightly above the knee.

The Tree Pose Benefits:

• Stretches: thighs, groins, torso, and shoulders 
• Strengthens: ankles and calves 
• Tones: abdominal muscles 
• The Big Benefit: Balance and coordination!

Betcha didn't know...

The Tree Pose is known as Vrksasana (pronounced vrik-SHAH-suh-nuh) in Sanskrit!

Instructions: 

1. Stand in Mountain Pose (Tadasana), with arms at sides. Distribute weight evenly.
2. Shift your weight to your left foot. Bend your right knee and use your hand to place it on your inner left thigh. USE CAUTION: NEVER rest your foot against your knee.
3. Your pelvis should be directly over your left foot. Make sure hips are aligned.
4. Lightly place hands on hips and straiten back. Press palms in a prayer position in front of chest.
5. Focus on one point in front of you. Keep proper form as you inhale. Extend arms overhead with palms still in prayer position.
6. Hold position for one minute. 
7. Release pose by stepping back into Mountain Pose. Repeat on the opposite side.

Remember, stay balanced. And, as always, stay fierce!

xoxo,

Kelsey

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