Revolved Triangle Pose
Parivṛtta Trikoṇāsanaपरिवृत्तत्रिकोणासन
A standing twist that asks for balance, hamstring length and patient rotation.
- Developing
- 20–30 seconds each side
- Difficulty 3 of 5
General guidance only — work within a range that feels stable and pain-free.
Photograph · Twists
How to practice
- 01
Stand in a wide stance with the left foot forward and the right foot angled in.
- 02
Square the hips toward the front of the mat and lengthen the spine.
- 03
Inhale, reach the left arm up; exhale, hinge forward and bring the right hand down.
- 04
Place the right hand on a block, and reach the left arm toward the ceiling.
- 05
Revolve from the navel, keeping the back heel grounded.
Benefits
- Deepens rotation through the thoracic spine
- Stretches hamstrings and the outer hip
- Builds balance and core stability
- Improves coordination between hips and shoulders
Breath
Inhale to create length; exhale to turn. Never let the breath become strained.
Cautions
Variations
- Block under the hand
- Raises the floor so the spine can stay long.
- Open-arm version
- Skip the bind and keep both arms wide.
The practice letter
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