Vrukshasana (Tree Pose)

‘vruksha’ means a tree. In this asana, the body assumes the shape of a tree. So it is called Vrukshasana.

Procedure for Vrukshasana (Tree Pose):

• Stand on either leg.
• If difficulty is experienced to balance the body on one leg, take the support of a wall.
• Bend the other leg at the knee and place its heel at the root of the thigh of the former leg as shown in the figure.
• Join the palms and raise the arms straight over the head as if you are making an obeisance to the sky.
• Straighten the elbows. Inhale slowly. Hold this position for about ten seconds. Then repeat the pose, standing on the other leg.
• This exercise can be practiced four to six times a day.

Advantages of Vrukshasana (Tree Pose):

• The pose tones up all the joints of the body.
• It supplies blood to the blood vessels of the toes, the knees, the elbows, etc. insufficient quantity.
• The hands and the leg become flexible by the practice of this asanas. It makes the chest shapely.

Therapeutics:

• Rheumatism
• Asthma
• Respiratory Disorders
• Spinal Disorders
• Backache
• Digestive disorders
• Constipation
• Gas trouble
• Weight Loss

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             Yoga Asanas on Hand Positions

             Yoga Asanas on Abdominal Positions

             Yoga Asanas on Leg Positions

             Yoga Asanas on Kneeling Positions