Chair Pose, or Utkatasana, is a standing posture that helps to build strength in the legs, glutes, back and core. Chair Pose is also a big help with reversing the effects of flat feet. Chair Pose tones the ankles and calves and creates strength. Chair Pose also stretches the chest and shoulders. Typically, Yogis will hold Chair Pose for a few breaths before moving on to the next posture. It is also common, in Chair Pose, to incorporate a twist or increase the intensity by going deeper into Chair Pose.
To do Chair Pose, begin in Mountain pose, raise the arms overhead while the shoulders go down the back. On an inhale, move the hips back as if going to sit in a chair, reaching the arms overhead, Maintain balance in the four corners of the feet and be conscious not to lean forward or let the knees go past the ankles. Take a few breaths and feel the burn of Chair Pose!
Chair Pose, or Utkatasana, is a standing posture that helps to build strength in the legs, glutes, back and core. Chair Pose is also a big help with reversing the effects of flat feet. Chair Pose tones the ankles and calves and creates strength. Chair Pose also stretches the chest and shoulders. Typically, Yogis will hold Chair Pose for a few breaths before moving on to the next posture. It is also common, in Chair Pose, to incorporate a twist or increase the intensity by going deeper into Chair Pose.
To do Chair Pose, begin in Mountain pose, raise the arms overhead while the shoulders go down the back. On an inhale, move the hips back as if going to sit in a chair, reaching the arms overhead, Maintain balance in the four corners of the feet and be conscious not to lean forward or let the knees go past the ankles. Take a few breaths and feel the burn of Chair Pose!
