TRIDONASANA: (Triangle Posture)

"Trikona" refers to 'triangle' and this exercise exhibits revolving triangular posture.

Technique

1. Stand firmly and keep the legs straight.

2. Inhale, move the legs about 3 to 4 feet from one another. The knees and body should be straight. Raise both hands to the level of shoulder to the respective side (refer Fig. 3.0).

Turn right foot towards right side at 90 degrees to the right and turn left foot slightly to the right.

4. Exhale slowly and simultaneously lower the right hand palm in order to place the palm on the ground and raise the left hand upward, and see the tips of the left-hand fingers.

5. Hold this position for about a minute and while doing so breathing should be deep and even.

6. After that come back to the normal position. Repeat the same on the other side.

Therapeutic Advantages

1. Helps to strengthen the muscles of the back, hips, and legs. It cures backache, shoulder pain and joints pain.

2. Strengthens the ankles, knees and shoulder.

3. Spinal problems will be cured.

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