Extended Triangle Pose
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Utthita Trikonasana
oot-tee-tah tree-cone-ah-suh-nuh
Utthita = Extended, Trikona = Triangle, Asana = Pose
Extended Pyramid Pose
Intermediate
Root, Solar Plexus
Standing
Overview
A variation of Triangle, this pose improves spinal flexibility, opens the chest, and strengthens the lower body.
Root through feet, lift spine, engage core.
Balance, awareness, and stability
Caution with neck or hamstring injuries.
Opens chest, strengthens legs, and promotes deep breathing.
Encourages elongation of torso, improves liver and kidney function.
Focus on foot grounding and joint stacking. Encourage steady breath.
Engage thighs. Reach through front hand, lower to shin or block. Top arm extends overhead. Gaze up or forward.
Use blocks under hands or reduce stance width for support.