In this asana the position of the body becomes like a triangle (trikon). And hence, it is called Trikonasana. This Asana has also come through tradition. It has been described widely in modern Yoga Texts.

Steps for Practice Trikonasana:
1. Stand erect with legs together, hands by the side of the thighs.

2. Make two or two and half feet distance between two legs and raise both the hands towards each side, so to make a parallel line with shoulder.

3. Slowly bending towards right side (lateral) touch the toe of the left leg with the forefinger and middle finger of the right hand and raise the left hand towards sky. Gaze also should be up towards left hand.

4. After maintaining it for sometime, slowly return to the second position.

5. Now start bending slowly lateral towards left side and touch the toe of the right leg with left hand. Keep pointing towards sky. Gaze should be towards raised right hand.

6. While returning back to the original position bring down your raised hand, leave the toes and stand erect with legs together.

Benefits of Trikonasana
1. Produces a soothing effect on the calves of the bent legs and on the muscles of the hand resting on the floor.

2. The stretching of the body has good effect on the muscles and improves their functioning.

3. This asana is useful for the joints of the waist.

Precautions during Trikonasana
1. Do not bend legs at the knees.

2. Judge your limitations.

3. Persons having complaints regarding their waist and the spinal column should do this Asana under the guidance of Yoga Expert.