The root chakra, also known as the Muladhara chakra, is the first chakra in the chakra system. The first chakra is the chakra of stability, security, and basic needs. It represents our foundation and feeling of being grounded. Imbalance in the root chakra might manifest as restlessness or a sense of lethargy, depending on whether it’s overactive or underactive. Grounding practices that connect us to the earth are the perfect way to bring some balance back to your root chakra.