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.

BHUNJASAN

      

The Cobra Pose or Bhujangasana, also known as the snake pose, belongs to the category of backbends. It is one of the simpler of these poses and is in fact a basic backbends that needs to be learnt and practiced by any practitioner before moving on to advanced backbends. No matter how simplistic some postures may appear, their relevance and benefits can not be questioned as they are the product of millennia of practice and perfection. All of the poses in yoga have an important role to play and none of them are meant to be practiced as individual exercises. They are instead practiced in flowing sequences, with the practitioner moving from one posture to the next.No matter how simple or trivial a pose may seem do not discard it as being unimportant or of no relevance. The Cobra Pose yoga is of particular relevance to beginners, but it is also useful to more advanced students, because it does offer a number of health benefits and also prepares your body for the more advanced back bends. Practice of the Cobra Pose or bhujangasana yoga will help to prepare you for the leg work and pelvic movements required in back bends. It in fact works on the pelvis, legs and belly. When executed perfectly your spine will extend gracefully, with the support of your legs, while the pelvis and belly work in unison to decompress and provide support to the lower back.
Apart from the relevance of the Cobra Pose in your growth and development as a practitioner of yoga, there are also many health benefits to be derived.

Permorming the Asana:-

Bent both the elbows and location the palms on the floor by the side of the last rib bone.

Slowly lift the head and then lift the chest/ Feel the weight of the body at the lumber area.

fetch the chest and head down, touching the floor with the chin.

Release the hands and place them above the head area on the floor that is. come back to the main point.Breathe out at whatever time you bend downwards and breathe in air while coming up. normal breathing in the final position.

Benefits of Bhunjasan:-

The Cobra Pose helps to reduce both back and neck aches, and it also helps to keep your spine supple and healthy. The arching motion of the spine helps to improve circulation and blood flow in the region. The nerves along the spine are also toned, and this improves communication between your brain and the rest of your body.
The Cobra Pose also exercises some pressure on the abdominal region, and this acts in a stimulation manner, particularly for the digestive organs. It therefore helps to normalize your appetite, and relieve flatulence or constipation.
It helps improve both liver and kidney functions.
It strengthens the adrenal glands and thereby improves the balance of hormone secretions. It also enhances the functioning of the thyroid glands.
It improves breathing as it expands and stretches the chest. This very same moment also helps correct posture.
It is also therapeutic and in certain cases is part of the routine for a slipped disc and sciatica.