If you are keen and have queries, please contact Coach Rameshon at 9100 4369 or you can email him at m.rameshon@gmail.com or swift.rameshon@gmail.com. Please refer to website http://flexifitness.com.sg (for more information on him and his programmes)
By Rameshon
Bsc (Hons) Degree in Physical Education, Loughborough University (1992-1994)
Masters in Education (University of Western Australia, 2005-2008)
Trikonasana - Triangle Stand (Variations)
It is one such pose that is neglected in sports which will prevent injuries at the lateral side of the knee. Also, if one wants to grow tall and to have a better posture, it is advisable to do this pose. It is important to hold for 20sec. It is good to make use of implements to get more benefits.
Picture 1 - This pose gives an excellent lateral stretch to the spine, tones the spinal nerves,
Picture 2 - A very simplified version. Elbow is above the head
Picture 3 - A variation of trikonasana. It is important to stretch laterally.
Picture 4 - With good guidance one will benefit most if done correctly. In this posture, the fingers are interlocked and the elbow is extended and not bent.
Picture 5 - One will be better able to straighten the hands with a long stick or implement or golf stick etc.
Picture 6 - For an even better stretch, one can cross the legs and stretch like this lady. This is a very good stretch for the ITB.
Picture 7 - Using a medicine ball for a greater stretch.
Picture 8 - For older people, a simple stretch like this will be enough.
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By Narayanan
Rameshon has taught in Hwa Chong Institution, plus several schools, and Republic Polytechnic as well. He has won many accolades and he was awarded Merit Award for 1991 marathon performance in breaking the national record of Singapore, at that time. He has made 22 male athletes do a marathon in sub-3hrs. He has made 7 female runners do sub-4 hours for the marathon, as well. He was inducted to the ‘Roll of Honour’ by the then College of Physical Education, organised by Singapore Olympic Academy, in 1998, for breaking the National record repeatedly 4 times, till he did 2hr 24min 22sec).
He also has a Coaching group and he trains them on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7pm at Botanic Gardens. Those interested can call him at 91004369 for coaching assistance, to improve performance. There is also personal training that he does for many in a week. You can e-mail him at swift.rameshon@gmail.com.
