What is Swaying Palm Tree Pose?

Swaying palm tree pose, or tiryaka tadasana in Sanskrit, is a beginner's standing posture and variation on palm tree pose. With the legs a little wider than the hips, the practitioner reaches interlaced hands toward the sky and bends to the side. The pose opens the side body while stretching the intestines.

Instructions

• Stand with the feet wider than the hips.
• Interlace the fingers. Inhale and reach the palms toward the sky.
• Exhale and bend to the right. Hold for a moment.
• Inhale and return to center. Change sides.

Cautions

• Avoid if there is hernia, back pain, hypertension, vertigo, cardiac issues, cervical pain or severe headache

Benefits of Swaying Palm Tree Pose

• Stretches the spine and clears congestion in the spinal nerves
• Stretches the abdomen and intestines
• Opens the chest
• Strengthens the legs
• Helps with spinal alignment
• Improves focus and concentration
• Improves balance