Revolved Triangle Pose

Parivrtta Trikonasana

This energizing and detoxifying twisting posture increases spinal mobility while stretching and strengthening your legs.

Other Names

• Twisted Triangle Pose

Benefits

• Increases spinal mobility

• Stretches chest, hamstring, and calf muscles

• Strengthens leg and back muscles

• Improves balance and core strength

• Can stimulate abdominal organs and aid in detoxification and digestion

Contraindications

• Spine, disc, or back injury - check with your doctor

• Hamstring Injury

• Pregnancy

• Low blood pressure

Modifications

• You can place your bottom hand on a block to help lengthen your spine

• You can place the palm of your top hand on your sacrum and focus on the twist in your spine. This will allow you to open your top shoulder

Chakras

This pose stimulates the Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura), and can aid in balancing energy around personal power, confidence, and ego.