Triangle pose

Sanskrit name: Trikonasana

The yoga pose where the body takes the shape of a triangle. The pose is executed by standing with the feet one leg-length apart, knees kept straight, bending the torso laterally and touching the ground with one’s palm to the front of the foot. The other arm is extended vertically.

Recommendations and precautions:

• Not recommended in case of headaches, diarrhea, low blood pressure
• The pose is adapted in cases of heart or neck problems or low blood pressure

Beneficii la nivel fizic:

• Stretches and strengthens the thighs, knees and ankles
• Stimulates the abdominal organs
• Improves digestion
• Improves balance
• Therapeutic posture for flatfoot, infertility, osteoporosis, back pains and sciatica

This pose is quite soliciting and requires focus to maintain. Try to not lose yourself in the effort required to maintain locally and remain aware of the entire body, enjoy the moment.
Practice the Triangle pose during Yogilates classes. Learn more here.