Trikonasana
Triangle Pose
Trikonasana, or Triangle Pose, is a standing stretch that extends the legs, spine and arms into a triangular shape, building flexibility through the hamstrings and hips while strengthening the legs and core.
How to do Triangle Pose
- 1Stand with feet wide apart, right foot turned out 90 degrees, left foot turned slightly in.
- 2Extend your arms out to shoulder height.
- 3Hinge at your right hip, reaching your right hand toward your shin, ankle or the floor.
- 4Extend your left arm straight up, keeping both sides of your torso long, and hold for 5 breaths before switching sides.
Benefits
- Stretches hamstrings, hips and spine
- Strengthens legs, knees and ankles
- Improves overall flexibility, supporting both strength training and weight-loss routines
Precautions
- Avoid forcing your hand to the floor, use a yoga block or rest it higher on your shin
- Move cautiously if you have a neck injury, keep your gaze forward instead of up
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