Tadasana - Yoga Mountain Pose
Most series of yoga poses & exercises
begin and end with the tadasana ( the mounain pose )
In this pose you concentrate on your position and your breathing.
The tadasana usually makes it easier to stay focused and concentrated
during long yoga sessions.
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Technical description: Tadasana - Yoga Mountain Pose
- Stand with your feet approximately shoulder width apart and let your toes point in slightly.
Stand slightly on the balls of your feet. Stand motionless with as little effort as possible.
- Your hands should hang down on the sides and your palms should point to your hips. ( shoulders relaxed and broad )
- Keep your back straight and relaxed. ( you can bend your upper back slightly forward, but it should not be notable )
- Breath slowly and concentrated.
- Look straight forward.
Trainer advice: Tadasana - Yoga Mountain Pose
- The Tadasana is not a REST pose.
Many yoga practicioners make the mistake to take the mountain pose as a relaxion position.
Remember that you still have to concentrate on your stance and your breathing. Stay focused.
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