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PART–1I

TREE POSE (VRIKSHASANA)

The tree pose, also known as Vrikshasana is a standing pose in yoga
that requires balance and coordination. This yoga pose involves

tucking one leg into the other while your hands are in a prayer

position above your head, resembling a tree.

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS

Take a moment to feel both your feet root into the floor, your
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weight distributed equally on all four corners of each foot.

Begin to shift your weight into your right foot, lifting your left foot
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off the floor. Keep your right leg straight, but don’t lock the knee.

Bend your left knee and bring the sole of your left foot high onto
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your inner right thigh.

Press your foot into your thigh and your thigh back into your foot with equal
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pressure.

l Focus your gaze on something that doesn’t move to help you keep your balance.
Take 5 to 10 breaths, then lower your left foot to the floor and repeat on the
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other side.

BENEFITS OF TREE POSE

l Stretches your feet.

Improves balance.
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Strengthens your core.
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Answer the following.

1. What is the other name of ‘tree pose’?

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