Revolved Triangle
Revolved Triangle combines a hamstring stretch, a twist and balance. A shorter stance and a block make it far more approachable.
- Level
- Intermediate
- Hold
- 3–5 breaths per side
- Focus
- Twist with hamstring stretch
- Steps
- 6 cues · ~1 min
- Lengthen, then revolve
- Hips level
- Wide stance for stability
Step by step
How to do Revolved Triangle
StartStand with feet about 1 metre apart, hips facing the front.
- 1
Step the left foot back, turning it out slightly; keep feet hip-width.
- 2
Square the hips to the front.
- 3
Inhale and raise the left arm.
- 4
Exhale, hinge forward and place the left hand on a block inside or outside the right foot.
- 5
Twist the chest to the right, extending the right arm up.
- 6
Keep both legs straight but not locked.
- ↩
Coming out. Release the top arm, rise and switch sides.
Breath
Inhale to lengthen; exhale to twist.
Focus
Twist with hamstring stretch
Why practise it
Stretches hamstrings, mobilises the spine and improves balance.
Alignment
Cues & common mistakes
Aim for Hips level; spine long; twist from the torso.
Teacher’s cues
- “Lengthen, then revolve”
- “Hips level”
- “Wide stance for stability”
Watch out for
Narrow stance and rounding the spine.
Make it yours
Easier, harder, supported
Hand on a block; shorter stance.
- Hands at heart in prayer twist
- Block
In a sequence
Where it fits in a flow
BeforePyramid Pose
BeforeTriangle Pose
This poseRevolved Triangle
AfterStanding Forward Fold
Good to know
Questions
Why is Revolved Triangle so hard?
It combines three demands. Use a block and a hip-width stance.
A revolved counterpart to Triangle in the Ashtanga series.
What helps
Props that make this easier
- Non-slip yoga mat A 4–6 mm mat with good grip makes standing poses steadier. View on Amazon
- Cork yoga block Brings the floor closer in forward folds and supported poses. View on Amazon
- Cotton yoga strap Extends your reach in hamstring and shoulder stretches. View on Amazon
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