Triangle Pose (Trikonasana)

Stand with feet wide apart, turn one foot out 90 degrees, extend arms wide, and hinge sideways to bring one hand toward your shin while the opposite arm reaches skyward. Alternate sides.

30s each sideAdvancedStandingNo equipment

How to do the Triangle Pose (Trikonasana)

  1. Stand with feet wide apart.
  2. Turn one foot out 90 degrees.
  3. Extend arms wide.
  4. And hinge sideways to bring one hand toward your shin while the opposite arm reaches skyward. Alternate sides.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Core, Hips, Hamstrings.

Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Lower Back Pain, IT Band Syndrome.

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