My Day 30 Yoga

Vrksasana Type 1: (Tree Pose)
   This is one of the important asanas which can control the brain.


                                                               

Note:

• Beginners can take the help of a chair or wall to balance your body.
• For weaker knees do not stay in this pose for longer duration.
• Do not place your foot on your knee joint at any time.

Procedure:

1. Stand in Mountain Pose.
2. Bend your right knee and place your feet against the left thigh. Your toe should face the floor.
3. Keep your left leg firm on the ground so that the whole body weight should fall on the left leg. 
4. The center of your pelvis should be directly over the left foot.

Cycle:
      5. Inhaling, Put your hands together in front of your chest.
      6. Keep your ears, shoulders, hips, left knee and ankle aligned.
      7. Stand in this pose for few minutes.
      8. Now slowly come out of this pose by removing the foot from the thigh, exhaling come to the normal position.
       
            Try to do this pose for 5 or more cycles. Initially it is very difficult to stand in this pose for longer time. So try taking a break repeat this cycle for 5 or more number of times. Try shaking your legs to release stress in your ankles

    9.Try these steps to the opposite leg also.

   Benefits:

1. This pose improves concentration.
2. Balances the whole body.
3. Improves concentration.
4. Improves the blood circulation.
5. Corrects the body posture.
6. Strengthens thighs, calves, ankles, and spine.