VRIKSHASANA: (The Tree Posture)

This refers to a symbolic representation of Tree.

Technique

1. Stand straight

2. Slowly bend the right leg and join the feet of the right leg to; the root of left thing.

3. Raise both the hands and stretch above the head and join the palms and fingers together.

4. Keep concentrating and focus on a particular object.

5. Stay for about 10 to 15 seconds and breathe deeply.

6. Alternatively practice this exercise on left side also.

Therapeutic Advantages

1. This exercise helps to keep the mental stability and also helps to develop mental concentration.

2. For those who suffer from leg pain, doing this exercise helps to tone up the leg muscles and reduces the knee and joints pain.

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