Yoga Postures

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Parivruttatrikonasana

While inhaling spread the legs apart by about a meter by moving the right leg away from the left.  Simultaneously raise both the hands slowly till they

 reach the horizontal position. While exhaling, the right hand is taken down to the ground on the outside of the left foot, while the left arm is raised up to the vertical position. Turn the face up to look at the raised hand. Maintain at the final posture for 1 minute with normal breathing. Return to sthiti and repeat the same to the left side.

 

Starting Sthiti:

Tadasana

Ending Sthiti

Shithila Tadasana

Type:

Standing, Cultural

Count:

4


Benefits: Gives rotational movements to the spine. Improves the functioning of Kidneys and strengthens the thigh muscles.


Limitations: People with spinal problems, heart problems, and severe hypertension may avoid this posture.