Extended Triangle Pose

How to do Extended Triangle Pose

1. Point your right foot toward the front of the mat.
2. Turn your left foot roughly parallel to the short edge of your mat.
3. Straighten both legs without pressing your knees backward.
4. Reach your right arm forward as your hips shift toward your left foot.
5. Lower your right hand to your shin without leaning on your knee.
6. Reach your left arm toward the ceiling above your shoulder.
7. Open your chest toward the side of the mat without forcing a deeper twist.
8. Lengthen both sides of your waist rather than reaching farther down.
9. Keep your head aligned with your spine and choose a comfortable gaze.
10. Press through both feet and lift your torso upright.

Benefits

The stretch in triangle reaches along your inner thigh as well as the back of your leg.

Variations

Place your right hand on a block to keep your torso from collapsing downward.