What is Trikonasana
Trikonasana is a Sanskrit word that combines the words trikona, which means triangle, and asana, which means posture or position. Triangle position has numerous advantages since it delivers a deep stretch to the entire body. Although you can exercise this in the evening if you leave at least five to six hours between practise and dinner, the optimal time to practise it is in the morning.
How to do the Trikonasana (Triangle Pose)
- Keep your back straight. Set your feet apart comfortably (approximately 3 1/2 to 4 feet).
- Make sure your feet are firmly planted on the ground and that your body weight is evenly distributed between both feet.
- Inhale deeply and, as you exhale, bend your body to the right, downward from the hips, maintaining your waist straight, allowing your left hand to rise into the air while your right hand descends to the shin, ankle or floor.
- Stretch as much as possible and maintain a steady pace.
- Continue to take long, deep breaths. Relax the body more and more with each exhalation. Simply be with your body and your breath.
- Come up, bring your arms down to your sides, and straighten your feet as you inhale.
- Carry on with the same procedure on the other side.
Benefits of Trikonasana
It strengthens the legs and increases waist flexibility when practised on a regular basis. It aids in the gradual expansion of the chest and is beneficial in the treatment of back and neck problems. This asana can help with digestion and, if done carefully, can promote awareness, allowing the mind and body to be more relaxed and tranquil.
For how much time do you need to bend on one side and how many repetitions are allowed?
At least for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Repetitions should be 25 and above, but it depends from an individual to individual