Standing meditation is a class of meditation practices done upright and still rather than seated. Taoist zhan zhuang, Zen shoshin, and yogic tadasana are common forms. The practitioner stands with knees soft, spine long, and breath even for 5-30 minutes, letting attention rest on breath or body sensation. Standing keeps the mind alert in a way that sitting sometimes does not, and it doubles as physical training for posture and leg endurance. Adding a sadhu board turns standing meditation into an intense practice — nowhere for attention to wander. METADESK founder Eugene Oliynyk uses this combination daily.
Key facts
- Traditions: Taoist zhan zhuang, Zen, yogic tadasana.
- Duration: 5-30 minutes.
- Keeps mind alert without seated drowsiness.
- Pairs powerfully with sadhu boards.
Frequently asked questions
Is standing meditation harder than sitting?
Physically yes; mentally often easier because alertness is naturally higher.
Can I do it barefoot?
Yes, and most traditions recommend it.
Does a sadhu board fit in?
Perfectly. The board is a meditation cushion for the standing tradition.
How often should I practice?
Daily, even 5 minutes, builds real change over weeks.
Combine standing meditation with intense presence on a stock sadhu board. Custom orders through Alex at metadeskukraine@gmail.com.