A Sequence for Parivrtta Trikonasana

Let’s look at some postures to prepare you for Revolved Triangle.

Lunge Twist

I like to start in an easy Lunge Twist to warm up the spine for rotating.

Side Angle Pose

Next, I would progress to Side Angle Pose.  This is a good pose to get some length in the side waist.

Triangle

Triangle stretches the hamstrings in the front leg and warms them up for a deeper stretch in our pose of the month.

Wide Legged Forward Fold

Next I would begin working the hips square.  Try a Wide Legged Forward Fold and after holding this pose for a few breaths, lift the torso so the spine is parallel to the floor.  Keep one hand on the floor under the chest and lift the other arm up and out to the side twisting to look up at the top hand. Keep the hips level as you twist and keep the spine in a long straight line form tailbone to top of head.

Pyramid Pose

Next, I would do Crescent Lunge, followed by Pyramid Pose.

Easy Revolved Triangle

From Pyramid Pose you can open up into Easy Revolved Triangle, the bottom hand on the inside of the front leg, or full Revolved Triangle,  bottom hand crosses over the forward leg and gates the outside of the shin. Remember to keep your spine long and your breath full.  Be mindful to use the arms for stability and not leverage.

Let me know how this sequence works for you.  I’ll see you in class!   Karin