How to do Chair Pose
- Stand with feet together or hip-width.
- Bend the knees and sit the hips back, keeping weight in the heels.
- Reach the arms up and lengthen the spine, breathing steadily.
Benefits
- Strengthens the thighs, glutes and core
- Builds heat and stamina
- Improves lower-body endurance
A note on safety
Keep the knees behind or over the toes and the lower back long, not overly arched. This is general guidance, not medical advice. A qualified teacher can adapt this pose to your body, which is exactly what we do in our private sessions at home in Doha.
FAQ
Where should I feel Chair Pose?
In the thighs and glutes. Keep your weight in your heels so you feel the legs working, not the knees.
Practise it with a teacher
Reading helps, but a teacher perfects your form. Book a session at home in Doha. First group class free.