INSTRUCTIONS:

Stand with your feet two apart. Inhale and raise both arms straight out from the shoulders parallel to the floor with the palms facing down. Draw in a deep breath as you slowly lower your right hand to the side of your right thigh. and raise your left arm, palm facing front, fingers pointing upward..

The palm of the right hand is placed along the outside of the left ankle. The left arm has to be extended upward. Legs and arms are kept straight without bending the knees and elbows.

Exhale as you guide your right hand as far down the right leg as it will stretch, maintaing your left arm upwards. Hold this position for a few seconds. Inhale as you straighten up slowly . Assume your original position. Repeat the same to the opposite side.

BENEFITS: This is a very good pose per the spine, that becomes more flexible. Trikonasana stimulates blood flow to the head, and helps to stretch and relax the back, shoulders, legs and arms. It is  effective against some infectious diseases.

If you are suffering from any health condition, it is advisable not to perform these postures unless under the supervision of an experienced yoga instructor.