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Standing Poses are the most fundamental class of postures. Tadasana or Samasthiti (Mountain Pose) is not only the quintessential standing pose, but it serves as the master pose from which all other poses originate. Knowing the principles of alignment of Tadasana provides the student with the knowledge to perform all asanas. Through standing poses, students can learn the universal principles of alignment more easily than in the other classes of poses, because the body has the capacity for the greatest range of motion in these poses Standing poses provide many physical, physiological, and psychological benefits. through learning to root and ground the legs in standing poses, one gains a greater degree of poise and balance. Furthermore, increased power, strength and stability in the legs, hips and back through standing poses engenders greater confidence and courage. By stretching and toning the muscles of the legs with standing poses, general circulation of the legs is increased, thereby reducing the work of the heart at rest. Because of the strenuous nature of standing poses, the heart and lungs are more strongly activated which helps to detoxify the blood. In addition, the pelvic floor is both widened and toned, which can increase the flow of Apana Vayu (downward flowing energy). This in turn helps such things as digestive disorders and constipation. “from John Friends teacher manual” |
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Asanas to study the names of form class. Tadasana Tada means mountain. Samasthiti another name for Tadasana means evenness or steadiness. (Even distribution of light in the body) “Namaste” |
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