advanced

The Uplifting / Scales Pose

Tolasana

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An advanced arm balance performed from Lotus Pose, where the entire body is lifted off the floor by pressing into the hands. It cultivates immense upper body and core strength, internal heat, and a powerful sense of lightness and control.

Chakras
PrimaryManipura (Solar Plexus)
SecondaryMuladhara (Root)
Gaze:Nose Tip
Quick Summary
  • Enter Lotus Pose, place hands beside hips.

  • Press hands down, engage core, lift entire body.

  • Maintain balance and a steady breath.

Foundation
  • Establish a stable and comfortable Lotus Pose before attempting the lift.

  • Place hands firmly on the floor or blocks beside your hips, fingers spread wide.

Alignment
  • Engage your core deeply, drawing the navel toward the spine to initiate the lift.

  • Keep your arms strong and straight, pressing down actively into the floor.

  • Maintain the integrity of the Lotus, keeping the knees drawn toward the midline.

Exhale to engage and lift, inhale to sustain the lift and find lightness.
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