The shape of the pose
An upright starting position with the arms resting by the sides.
What happens in the body?
The soles form the base of support. Small adjustments at the ankles and hips keep body weight over this base. Standing still therefore involves ongoing control, even when movement is barely visible.
Adaptation and limits
This description identifies shape and context. Adaptations change the execution and should not be confused with every named variant in a traditional chart. Further teaching is needed to choose a suitable entry and exit.
Practising with care
If you have an injury or a medical condition, take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have another circumstance that may affect your practice, consult a qualified healthcare professional about suitable activities and necessary adaptations.
Learn new and demanding poses with a qualified yoga teacher. Adapt the range to your body and stop if you feel pain or dizziness. A short video illustrates movement; its length does not prescribe how long to hold a pose.
Yoga forms and variations
These links compare teaching contexts and related shapes. Read the named form, supports and limits on this page before using a position.