How to do Utthita Trikonasana (Extended Triangle Pose)

The Extended Triangle Pose is a standing pose that focuses more on the thighs than the other body parts. It has many health benefits to offer. It helps to relieve stress and stretches and lengthens various parts of the body. Extended Triangle pose yoga has the ability to bring stability, strength and stamina in one’s life. Therapeutically, it is good for strengthening the core and legs. Today in 'Yoga and You' yoga expert Priyanka shows us how to do Utthita Trikonasana (Extended Triangle Pose).

How to:
1. Start by standing straight on the yoga mat.
2. Place both your hands on your hips.
3. Place your legs apart on the mat as far as you can, your felt foot pointing outwards.
4. Now, slowly bend your upper body down towards your left foot.
5. Hold on to your left big toe with your left hand.
6. Raise your right hand up, pointing towards the ceiling.
7. Turn your head to look at your hand.
8. Hold this posture for a few deep breaths.
9. Slowly, bring your right hand back down.
10. Let go of your big toe and raise your body back up.
11. Bring your feet together coming back to the first position.
12. Finally, relax!

Why to:
Strengthens your legs, feet and ankles.
Stretches your hips, groins, hamstrings, calves and spine.
Opens your chest and shoulders.
Strengthens your back, neck and abdominals.
Stimulates your abdominal organs, aiding in digestion.
Therapeutic for stress, anxiety, infertility, flat feet, neck pain, osteoporosis, sciatica and symptoms of menopause.
Relieves backache, especially during pregnancy.

Caution:
Patients suffering from diarrhoea, headaches or low blood pressure are adviced not to practice this pose.
People suffering from any heart condition, high blood pressure or neck problems should only practice this pose under the guidance of a licenced yoga expert.

Best time:
Like the other yoga asanas, it is essential that your stomach and bowels are empty when you practice the asana. Make sure there is a gap of at least four to six hours between your meal and practice. This will give you enough time to digest your food and generate energy for your practice. Also, mornings are ideal to practice yoga. But, in the event you cannot practice yoga in the morning, evenings are a good time too.







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