Postura del Triangulo
Trikonasana
tree-koh-NAH-sah-nah
Una postura fundamental que estira y fortalece todo el cuerpo simultaneamente.
Como hacer Postura del Triangulo
- Adopta una postura amplia con los pies separados aproximadamente 1.2 metros
- Extiende la pierna delantera completamente
- Inclina el torso sobre la pierna delantera
- Coloca la mano inferior en la espinilla, el tobillo o el suelo
- Extiende el brazo superior hacia el techo
Benefits
- Stretches the hamstrings, hips, and groin
- Strengthens the thighs, knees, and ankles
- Opens the chest and shoulders
- Stimulates the abdominal organs and improves digestion
- Relieves stress and can help alleviate back pain
Muscles Engaged
Modifications
- Place your bottom hand on a block instead of the floor to maintain chest openness
- Shorten your stance if you feel unstable or the stretch is too intense
- Practice with your back against a wall for alignment guidance
Cautions
- Avoid looking upward if you have neck problems; keep the gaze neutral or downward
- Use caution with low blood pressure; come out of the pose slowly
- Those with a herniated disc should avoid deep lateral flexion