Tadasana/Mountain Pose
Tadasana is usually the starting position for all the standing poses. But it's useful to practice
Tadasana as a pose in itself. Stay in the pose for 30 seconds to 1 minute, breathing easily.
Benefits
- Improves posture
- Strengthens thighs, knees, and ankles
- Firms abdomen and buttocks
- Relieves sciatica
- Reduces flat feet
Natarajasna/Lord of the dance pose
Nata means dancer or actor
Raja means king
The asana follows Tadasna.
Benefits
- Stretches the shoulders and chest
- Stretches the thighs, groins, and abdomen
- Strengthens the legs and ankles
- Improves balance
