Explore the benefits and variations of yoga’s tree pose.

Enhance balance, focus, and leg strength with this standing posture.

No matter your age or experience level, this is a pose worth adding to youryoga routinefor a lifetime.

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How to do tree pose the right way

Tree pose benefits

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It builds lower-body strength

Balancing on one foot gives your feet and ankles a great workout.

Being strong in these muscles is important for both hip and knee health and function.

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Tree pose variations to make it easier or harder

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Modification: Tree pose with toes on the ground

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Its not going to dislocate your knee.

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Mayock also backs this up, helping to bust a long-standing myth that this may cause injury.

FAQ

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How long should you hold tree pose?

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What are the disadvantages of tree pose?

There are no disadvantages of tree pose if youre able to practice it safely.

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