Tree Yoga · The original pose reference
Legs up the Tree Pose
See this pose in the original book ↗From the original book
The practice.
To enter this pose, begin in a seated position facing the tree. Bring the hips as close to the trunk as possible while you sweep the legs to either side. Lean back and relax the back down on the ground as you extend the legs up — resting them on the tree. Adjust yourself as needed, and move closer to the trunk if you have to. Place the hands on the belly, or rest the arms by the sides. Consciously relax as much as you can. Practice for several minutes — breathing as deeply as possible. Then, mindfully exit in reverse order.
Original book text by Alex Julian. Line wrapping and page breaks have been normalized for reading on the web. Personal accounts and energetic interpretations remain part of the original text.
Make the practice fit you.
This is a reference entry, not a required step in a beginner course. Use a comfortable range, keep breathing naturally, and stop if a movement hurts. Inversions and suspended exercises need appropriate instruction and equipment; a tree is not a certified anchor.
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