Tāḍāsana
Mountain Pose
Stand still and tall. Weight even across both feet, crown lifting.
8 breathsVataPittaKapha
How to do it
Stand with the feet hip-width and the weight spread evenly across both soles — front, back, inner and outer edge. Let the crown lift while the shoulders drop, and breathe eight slow breaths without shifting. It looks like standing still; it is a full-body alignment check.
SeatedSeated tall, both feet flat, spine long — the same work.
What it does
The reference posture. Everything standing is measured against this one.
When you'll be given it
Opens standing sequences in every protocol.
Where it comes from
Named in the later hatha texts as the base standing posture.
Take care
If you feel unsteady, stand within arm's reach of a wall.
Not sure whether it suits you? Ask a Vaidya.
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