Vrikshasana (the tree posture)
Vriksha means tree. The final position of this asana resembles the shape of a tree, hence the name.
Vriksha means tree. The final position of this asana resembles the shape of a tree, hence the name.
Trikona means triangle. Tri means three and kona is an angle. As the asana resembles three arms triangles made by the trunk and the limbs, it has been named Trikonasana.
Ardha means half. Chakra means wheel. In this posture, as the body takes the shape of a half wheel, hence it is called ArdhaChakrasana.
Stand straight with feet 2 inches apart. Inhale slowly and raise the arms up. Stretch up the body from the waist.
The science of Yoga originated & evolved in India thousands of years ago, even before the times of Veda.
Stand at the edge of your mat, keep your feet together and balance your weight equally on both the feet. Expand your chest and relax your shoulders.
Tada means palm tree or mountain. This asana teaches one to attain stability and firmness and forms the base for all the standing asana.
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