Starting Position:
Standing

Concentration:
on the thigh muscles

Breath:
coordinated with the movement

Repetitions:
5 times on each side

Practice:
Stand with the legs slightly apart, toes pointing slightly outwards. Place the hands on the hips. During the exercise the soles of the feet remain flat on the floor. > Exhaling bend the left knee and transfer the weight of the body onto the left leg so that the load is almost completely taken off the right leg. The right leg remains straight. Consciously feel the tensing of the thigh muscles. > Inhaling come back to the centre. Repeat the exercise 5 times and then practice it on the other side. > Lower the arms and return to the starting position.

Benefits:
Strengthens the muscles of the legs and encourages a sense of stability on one leg. Develops concentration and balance.

Asana is included in the following categories:
Asanas and Exercises to Improve Leg Stability