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Utthita Trikonasana with Block
उत्थित त्रिकोणासन ब्लॉक
Beginnerstanding
Target Muscles
hamstringsobliquesshoulders
Benefits (4)
- + Accessible Triangle
- + Block prevents collapsing
- + Teaches chest opening
- + Iyengar essential
Avoid If (1)
- - Hamstring injuries
About
Triangle Pose with block — the Iyengar standard for beginners, maintaining chest opening.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1. Feet 3.5 feet wide.
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2. Right toes 90° out.
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3. Block outside right foot.
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4. Arms in T.
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5. Right hand on block.
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6. Left arm toward ceiling.
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7. Chest open — toward wall.
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8. Hold 5-8 breaths.
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9. Come up.
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10. Other side.