Asana · आसन
Vrikshasana वृक्षासन
Tree Pose
- Beginner
- Standing pose
- ⏱ 20–30 seconds on each side
Vrikshasana is a one-legged balance that builds concentration. Fixing the gaze on one point (drishti) is the key to staying steady.
Meaning of the name: Vriksha means tree — rooted through one foot, growing upward through the spine and arms.
How to do Vrikshasana · विधिवृक्षासन की विधि
- Begin in Tadasana. Shift your weight onto the left foot.
- Bend the right knee and place the right sole on the inner left thigh (or on the calf for beginners) — never on the knee joint.
- Press foot and thigh into each other; keep the hips level and facing forward.
- Join the palms at the chest, then, if steady, raise them overhead with arms straight.
- Fix your gaze on a point in front of you and breathe evenly.
- Lower the arms and foot slowly and repeat on the other side.
Benefits · लाभलाभ
- Improves balance and focus
- Strengthens the ankles, calves and thighs
- Opens the hip of the bent leg
- Encourages a calm, steady mind
Who should avoid it · सावधानियाँसावधानियाँ — किसे नहीं करना चाहिए
- Practise near a wall if you have vertigo, low blood pressure or a recent ankle or knee injury
- Keep the arms at the chest if you have high blood pressure or shoulder pain
Tips · सुझावसुझाव
- Place the foot lower on the leg until you feel steady.
- A slight wobble is normal — it is the muscles learning balance.
This guide is for general learning. Practise on an empty stomach, move within comfort, and learn from a qualified teacher. If you are pregnant, injured or have a medical condition, check with your doctor first.
