Revolved Triangle

Sanskrit Name:	Paravritta Trikonasana
Similar Pose Names:	Reverse triangle,Rotated triangle
Category:	Standing
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Sub Category:	Standing
Types:	Forward Bend, Strengthen, Stretch, Twist, Chest Opener, Hip Opener, Standing
Anatomy:	Arms & Shoulders, Core, Hamstrings, Hips, Lower Back, Middle Back, Neck, Psoas
Chakras:	Base, Sacral Centre
Therapy:	Confidence Building
Drishti:	Up
Dosha:	Pitta, Kapha

Stand in Mountain. Step feet wide apart. Raise arms parallel to floor. Reach them out to sides. Palms down. Turn left foot in 45 degrees to right. Right foot to right 90 degrees. Align right heel with left heel. Turn torso to right. Square hips with front edge of mat. Turn torso to right. Left hand to floor. Hold. Repeat on other side.

Strengthens legs. Stretches legs, hips, spine. Opens chest.

Hand higher up leg. Hand on block. Back heel against wall.

Back injury.

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"Can You Recommend A More Gentle Revolved Yoga Pose?"

Yes, I can.

Revolved Wide Leg Fold is a gentle "revolve" Yoga pose that you might like.

Here it is...

Revolved Wide Leg Fold Pose | Parivrtta Prasarita Padottanasana

Start in a wide leg forward bend. Take left hand to right ankle or shin. Reach left arm up towards ceiling. Lean back slightly with chest. Hold. Switch sides.