Pregnancy is a beautiful time in any woman’s life as it brings the promise of new life and love. Unfortunately, it can also, at times, cause a great deal of discomfort, pain, insomnia, and fatigue. The “Extended Triangle Pose” can help with these discomforts, and benefit your health in many other ways as well. Here are some of the wonderful benefits of the “Extended Triangle Pose” (Utthita Trikonasana):
- Alleviates pregnancy related back pain
- Stretches/strengthens the knees, thighs, and ankles
- Effectively stimulates the abdominal organs
- Stretches the groins, hips, calves, hamstrings, shoulders, chest, and even the spine
- Helps alleviate stress
- Improves your digestive system
- Therapeutic for anxiety, flat feet, neck pain, infertility, sciatica, and osteoporosis
- Relieves symptoms of menopause
Give it a try and enjoy the benefits!
Be ALRIGHT! Love and light,
Tracey
Source:
Yoga Journal http://www.yogajournal.com/pose/extended-triangle-pose/
Yoga Basics http://www.yogabasics.com/