Stand with back to wall and feet a few inches from wall. Transfer weight to right leg. Bend left knee and place left foot firmly on inside of right thigh or knee. Left toes point straight downward.
Extend arms and place fingers on wall for support. Lift kneecap and thigh muscles of right leg. Balance weight evenly on right foot.
Stretch chest, sides of body, and right thigh upward. If balance is secure, release fingers from wall and stretch arms above head. Look straight ahead.
Release, lower leg and arms. Reverse pose bending right knee and balancing on left leg.
Tree pose improves balance and strengthens legs.
