The Sanskrit name is derived from Tada (ताड़ा) meaning mountain and Asana (आसन) meaning posture or seat.
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Introduction to the Asana
Benefits
- Opens the lungs
- Increases the height
- Reduces the problem of flat feet
- Cures indigestion and relieves acid reflux.
- Spine becomes more agile
- Sciatica or lower back problems
Ailments Tackled
- Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer disease
- Inherent respiratory problems eg. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma
- Postural correction
- Prevents obesity-related disorders eg. diabetes, heart diseases
- Stress, anxiety or depression
- Relieves Sciatica or lower back problems
Steps to perform the Asana: Tadasana (Therapy)
- Begin by standing at the top of your yoga mat with your feet hip-width apart and parallel to each other.
- You can place a yoga brick between your thighs to engage the inner thighs and promote alignment.
- Root down through your feet, spreading your toes and distributing your weight evenly across all four corners of each foot.
- Engage your leg muscles by lifting your kneecaps and firming your thighs.
- Align your pelvis so that it is in a neutral position, neither tilting forward nor backward.
- Engage your lower abdominals to support your lower back and maintain stability in your pelvis.
- Lengthen your spine upward.
- Roll your shoulders back and down, broadening across your collarbones.
- Keep your chin parallel to the floor and your gaze straight ahead, with your ears aligned over your shoulders.
- Relax your facial muscles and soften your jaw.
- Hold Tadasana for 5-10 breaths or longer, maintaining awareness of your alignment and breath throughout the pose.
- Gently release the pose.
Key Alignment Points
- Avoid overarching or collapsing in your lower back by maintaining a neutral spine.
- Ensure that you’re aligned from your feet to your head, with no excessive tension.
Common Misalignments / (Mistakes)
- Thigh rotation happens in case of beginner
- Putting weight on the toes
- Rounding the shoulders forward
Contraindication / Cautions
- Avoid in pregnancy
- Avoid if suffering from headaches or migraine
- Avoid if Insomnia
- Avoid if suffering from low blood pressure
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