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Revolved Triangle Pose

Parivrtta Trikonasana

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A complex standing twist that demands intense grounding and balance. It integrates a deep hamstring stretch with a spiraling spinal rotation to detoxify the torso and sharpen mental focus.

Chakras
PrimaryManipura (Solar Plexus)
SecondaryMuladhara (Root)Anahata (Heart)
Gaze:Thumbs
Quick Summary
  • Square your hips toward the front of the mat.

  • Extend your spine forward before initiating the rotation.

  • Reach the top hand toward the sky while grounding through both heels.

Foundation
  • Scissor your inner thighs toward each other to stabilize the pelvis.

  • Root the back heel at a 45-degree angle, sealing the outer edge of the foot.

Alignment
  • Draw the front hip crease back and the back hip forward to keep the sacrum level.

  • Stack the top shoulder directly over the bottom shoulder.

Inhale to lengthen the crown away from the tailbone|exhale to deepen the twist from the navel.
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