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Trikonasana

Meaning:   trikona- triangleuntitled
                  In the asana, a triangle is formed by the limbs
 
Procedure:
Stand erectly joining the toes, and hands on either side of the body. Vision should be forward. Inhaling , spread the right leg to the right side and simultaneously spread the hands to both sides, along the height of the shoulders. As you exhale, bend towards the right and hold the big toe of right leg by three fingers of the right hand. Look at the left palm and breathe for a few times. Now, inhale , come up keep the hands on respective sides and look forward. Repeat the same process on your left side.
 
Benefits:
 
  • This asana tones the entire nervous system, specially the spinal nerves
  • It systematically revitalizes the whole body
  • It improves digestion, stimulating the appetite
  • Activates intestinal peristalsis
  • Strengthens the pelvic area and tones reproductory organs
  • Regular practice decreases intestinal fat
  • Practice of this asana improves stiffness of legs
  • Cures constipation
  • Corrects minor deformities of joints of legs
  • Relieve from backache and neck sprain
  • Strengthens the ankle and leg muscles
Limitations:
 
  • People with stiff muscles should take adequate precautions while performing this asana
 




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