How to do Mountain Pose
- Stand with feet together or hip-width, weight even across both feet.
- Lengthen up through the crown, shoulders relaxed down and back.
- Breathe steadily, arms by your sides, palms facing forward.
Benefits
- Improves posture and body awareness
- Builds a stable, grounded base for other poses
- Calms and centres the mind
A note on safety
Simple and safe for almost everyone; ease off if you feel dizzy standing still. 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
Is Mountain Pose really a pose?
Yes. It looks simple but teaches the alignment and grounding that every other standing pose is built on.
Practise it with a teacher
Reading helps, but a teacher perfects your form. Book a session at home in Doha. First group class free.