Other tips for an effective Tadasana
- Make sure your ears, neck, shoulders, and hips are above your ankles
- Cultivate and maintain a balance of effort and ease
- Position your chin such that it is parallel to the floor
- Imagine a line of energy extending from your feet through your legs and spine and the crown of your head
- Ensure your facial muscles and eyes are relaxed
- Soften your gaze and focus on a fixed point straight ahead or the tip of your nose
- Be sure that your body is in perfect alignment. Pay attention to common mistakes such as putting most of your weight on one foot, collapsing into the arches of your feet, and turning your feet out to the side or in a different direction.
- Continually check in with your body and make slight adjustments as needed
- Scan your body for tension or tightness, and try to soften the area.
These tips will help improve the effectiveness of your mountain pose.