Tadasana (Mountain Pose) is a foundational yoga posture that promotes balance, grounding, and body awareness. It’s often used as a starting position for other standing poses.
Steps to Practice Tadasana:
- Stand straight with your feet together or hip-width apart.
- Distribute your weight evenly on both feet.
- Engage your thighs, lift your kneecaps slightly, and firm your abdominal muscles.
- Lengthen your spine by lifting your chest and rolling your shoulders back and down.
- Arms by your sides, palms facing your body or slightly turned outward.
- Keep your chin parallel to the ground and gaze forward or softly upward.
- Breathe deeply, holding the pose for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Benefits of Tadasana:
- Improves posture and body alignment
- Enhances balance and stability
- Strengthens thighs, knees, and ankles
- Increases awareness and focus
- Helps relieve sciatica and reduce flat feet