TRIKONASAN

Three Angle Pose

In this asana the position of the body becomes like a triangle (trikon).  it is called Trikonasana. In Sanskrit language “Trikona” stands for “three angles” or “triangle” and also while practicing this asana the body structure seems to be triangular shape that is why this asana is renowned as Triangle Pose. This asana is also famous by the name Utthita Trikonasana which means Extended Triangle Pose.
Here we showcase steps for how to do Trikonasana and straightforward method for gaining Trikonasana benefits. This asana stimulates flow of blood in entire body and also provide relaxation to shoulders, back, legs and forearms muscles. It also offers ease to spinal disc and reduces lower-back disorders.

Procedure to Pratcise:-


1.Lift the left leg and place it at a maximum distance towards the left.

2.Turn the toe of the left foot towards the left and inhale.

3.Exhale and bend the left leg in the knee and place the left hand palm near the left foot toe.

4.Take the right hand forward straight above the right ear and continue smooth breathing.

Position to Perform:-

It is necessary to keep the right hand, mid body and right leg in one straight line in this asana.
The neck and the waist should be kept straight.
The arms of the right hand should be kept touching the right ear. 
At this stage, the left leg is kept bent at 90 degree angle, the left arm is kept straight & its palms placed on the floor.
In this position the weight of the whole body comes on the left hand.

Releasing the Position:-


1.Exhale and inhailing, bring the right hand to its original place.

2.Straighten the left knee and bring the left hand to its original place.

3.Turn the left leg toe to front.

4.Bring the left leg near the right one and take up the standing position.



Trikonasan Benefits:-

This Asana gives very good lateral movements to the spine. It is an auxiliary Asana to Ardha Matsyendrasana. It amplifies and fulfils the Matsyendrasana. Yogis also gives a description of this Asana in his system of physical culture exercises. If you have a healthy spine, you can sit in your meditation in one Asana for many hours without fatigue. For a Yogi the spine or Meru Danda is a great thing as it is connected with the spinal cord and the sympathetic system. It is the spine that contains the important Sushumna Nadi which plays a vital part in the Kundalini movement. This Asana tones the spinal nerves and the abdominal organs, increases peristalsis of the bowels and invigorates appetite. Constipation is relieved. The body becomes light. Those who suffer from shortening of the leg due to fracture of hip or thigh bone (Femur) or bones of the leg (Tibia or Fibula) will be benefited by this Asana. This Asana lengthens the legs.


Precaution:-

Persons having complaints regarding their waist and the spinal column should do this Asana under the guidance of Yoga Expert.