Before you practice

Standing meditation is a personal mind-body practice. It does not replace medical diagnosis, treatment, or professional rehabilitation.

Your health and physical capacity are individual. Work within your limits and ask a qualified professional for advice when needed.

Stop immediately if you have chest pain or pressure, significant difficulty breathing, or feel close to fainting. Seek urgent medical help as appropriate.

New pain, pronounced numbness, or loss of balance are also reasons to stop and seek assessment when needed.

Do not stop medication, skip medical examinations, or change treatment because of how a session feels. Personal accounts cannot establish that a practice treats an illness.