IntermediateSanskrit: Trikonasana
Triangle Pose
A standing pose that stretches the sides of the body.
Benefits
Stretches hips and legs
Opens chest
Relieves back pain
Improves digestion
Contraindications
Avoid or modify this pose if you have any of the following conditions:
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Low blood pressure
- Heart conditions
How to Practice
Enter the pose mindfully, paying attention to your breath. Hold for 5-10 breaths, or as long as comfortable. Never force the pose and back off if you feel sharp pain.
Use props as needed to modify the pose for your body. Remember that yoga is a practice of self-awareness, not self-judgment.
