Thrive Posture Focus - Tree Pose

Tree Pose

Tree Pose is a hip opener. Much different from “Tree Pose” in other western forms of yoga, the raised foot is not tucked into the inner thigh, it is rested high on the front of the thigh of the standing leg. This helps with flexibility and opening the hips. Only one set of Tree is performed before moving into Toe Stand.

Sanskrit: Tadasana

Benefits: Tree Pose is great for improving posture and balance. It increases flexibility in the ankles, knees, and hip joints. Tree also strengthens the internal oblique muscles which can help in preventing hernias.

Technical Points:

Raised foot lifts all the way up, outside of the foot making contact with the thigh (not the sole)
Sole of the foot is facing the ceiling
Push your hips forward
Gently push your raised knee back
Both knees in one line
Upper body lean back a couple of inches
Stretch your spine up to the ceiling
Suck your stomach in
Two hips in one line
Two shoulders in one line
Palms together at the center of your chest
Standing leg locked