Chair Pose doesn't get the respect it deserves. In this deep dive into Utkatasana Part 2, Jane and Sarah reveal why this underappreciated powerhouse might be the most functionally important pose in your practice—especially as you age.

We cover the real mechanics of Utkatasana: engaging the posterior chain, understanding the "scissors" action at the knee, and why your Dobermans (yes, your femur heads) need a proper harness. You'll learn why flexible yogis need to stop collapsing into poses, how body proportions affect your version of the pose, and why ankle dorsiflexion might be the missing link in your practice.

This episode is packed with practical prep work including supported squats, downward dog variations, and low lunge dynamics. We discuss therapeutic applications for older students who've stopped bending their knees, and reveal why single-leg squats should be in everyone's practice.

Whether you're a teacher looking for safer cueing strategies or a practitioner tired of knee pain in Chair Pose, this episode gives you the tools to transform this challenging posture into your secret weapon for lifelong strength and mobility.

Jane and Sarah reveal why traditional alignment cues cause knee and back pain—and how to make Utkatasana feel powerful instead. Learn to sit strong in your foundation so you can rise up with confidence. Perfect for teachers and students tired of dreading this pose.Key topics: Knee safety, weight distribution, functional alignment, building strength and endurance

00:00 Introduction to Yoga and Self-Judgment

01:11 Exploring Utkatasana: The Chair Pose

03:22 Symbolism and Personal Growth in Utkatasana

05:57 Technical Breakdown of Utkatasana

08:16 Functional Modifications and Alignment

15:01 Personal Experiences and Insights

22:18 The Importance of Proprioception and Feedback

In Tree Pose Part 2: How to Balance in Tree Pose, Sarah and Jane extend the roots to include the hips — exploring hip alignment, core control, and how to teach balance that lasts.

Tree Pose becomes a master class in stability, notstillness.

They talk through what really happens in the pelvis when one leg lifts, why “neutral” is trickier than it sounds, and how outer-hip containment and lower-abdominal support create the lift (Uddiyana bandha) that makes Vrksasana feel effortless.

You’ll learn how to teach Tree Pose from the ground up — how to use your knee at the wall, blocks, and breath to train smarter balance and stronger hips.

And, in classic Yoga Posers fashion, expect a mix of anatomy, humor, and honest talk about why losing your balance is part of the point — in yoga and in life.

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Keywords:Tree Pose, Vrksasana, yoga for balance, hip alignment, core stability, yoga teaching tips, how to teach Tree Pose, yoga anatomy