Tree Pose

Vrksasana

Balance ยท Beginner

Tree Pose is a standing balance that strengthens the legs and ankles and trains focus. Fix your gaze on one point to stay steady.

Tree Pose (Vrksasana) yoga illustration

AI-generated illustration. It may not be anatomically precise.

What to Pay Attention To

  • Press your foot and standing leg into each other for support.
  • Fix your gaze on one still point to steady your balance.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Pressing the foot directly against the side of the knee
  • Pushing the standing hip out to the side
  • Holding the breath while you balance

Practice Tree Pose in a Flow

You can also generate a yoga flow around your own level, style, and goals.

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This guide is general information, not medical advice. Stop if you feel pain, and check with a healthcare professional if you have an injury, a health condition, or are pregnant.