Utthita Trikonasana: Extended Triangle Pose

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Utthita Trikonasana when assumed, looks like an extended triangle and hence the name.

Step 1: Spread your feet, 31/2 to 4 ft apart. Spread your arms to the sides and keep them parallel to the ground at your shoulder level. Palms should face down.

Step 2: Turn your right foot outward at 90 degrees and left foot inward to make an angle of 6o degrees.

Step 3: Exhale, extend your upper body and bend to your right. Place your right palm on the ground outside your right foot. Alternatively you can place your right palm on the ground outside the right knee or hold your right ankle or right shin, whichever is comfortable.

Step 4: Stretch your left arm towards the ceiling, with finger pointing upward. Hold the pose for 10-30 seconds and breathe normally. Repeat on the other side

Benefits:

  • Strengthens the thighs, knees and ankles
  • Reduces fat from the thighs
  • Tones the hips

  • Precautions:

  • Those with high blood pressure must not practise this
  • Those with stiff neck must not practise this

  • Disclaimer:Before practice, please consult your doctor in case you are suffering from ailments. It is recommended to practice under the guidance of experts.

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