Yoga for Standing Poses
Standing poses are an important part of a yoga practice as they help to build strength, stability, and balance in the body. Here are some standing poses you can try:
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Tadasana (Mountain Pose): Stand with your feet hip-width apart and your arms at your sides. Root down through your feet and engage your leg muscles. Lengthen through your spine and lift the crown of your head towards the ceiling. Relax your shoulders down away from your ears.
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Warrior I (Virabhadrasana I): Begin in Tadasana. Step your left foot back about 3-4 feet and turn it out to a 45-degree angle. Bend your right knee so that it is directly over your ankle and your thigh is parallel to the floor. Reach your arms overhead and gaze up towards your hands. Repeat on the other side.
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Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II): Begin in Warrior I. Open your hips and arms out to the sides, with your left foot turned out to a 90-degree angle and your right foot slightly turned in. Reach your arms out to the sides and gaze over your left hand.
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Triangle Pose (Trikonasana): Begin in Warrior II. Straighten your right leg and reach your right hand forward, placing it on your shin, ankle, or the floor. Reach your left arm up towards the ceiling and gaze up towards your hand.
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Tree Pose (Vrksasana): Stand with your feet together. Shift your weight onto your left foot and lift your right foot off the ground, placing the sole of your foot on your left thigh or calf. Bring your hands to your heart center and focus on a point in front of you.
Remember to breathe deeply and hold each pose for several breaths. Always listen to your body and modify or come out of a pose if you feel any pain or discomfort.