Mountain Pose

How to

1. Stand with feet together or hip-width apart
2. Distribute weight evenly across both feet
3. Engage thigh muscles and lift kneecaps
4. Draw shoulder blades down the back
5. Lengthen through the crown of the head
6. Arms can rest at sides or reach overhead

Benefits

• Improves posture
• Strengthens thighs, knees, and ankles
• Increases awareness of body alignment
• Calms the mind

Caution

• Low blood pressure
• Headache

Tips

• Ground through all four corners of the feet
• Keep your gaze soft and steady

Variations

• Arms overhead
• Hands in prayer position

After this pose

What next

• Related glossary term
• Watch practice videos
• Practice — Move
• Find a teacher