Ardha-Tiriyaka-Dandasana

Alternative Name :-Half Twisted Staff Pose, Folded Tiriyaka Dundasana, Tiryaka Dunda Asana, Tiriyak Dund Posture, Tiryak dand Asan.

This asana or posture is same as tiriyaka-dandasana but with a folded leg.

How to start OR How to reach the stretch :-

• Start with dandasana (staff-pose) .
• Now fold your left leg and the foot close to the right inner thigh.
• Then twist your torso backwards with your arms on the same side.
• Remain in the posture for some time and then repeat it again with the other leg to the opposite side.

How to end OR How to release the stretch :-

• To release, come back to the first position and relax.

How it help or Benfits of Ardha-Tiriyaka-Dandasana:-

• It stretches the spine and makes it flexible.
• It also stretches the legs.

Precaution of Ardha-Tiriyaka-Dandasana:-

• Not for the persons who have chronic knee or back injury.