Revolved Side Angle Pose | Parivrtta Parsvakonasana

REVOLVED SIDE ANGLE POSE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Start in warrior I pose, rotate your torso to the left and exhale as you place your right hand on the outside of your left foot.
2. Extend your left arm over the top of your head, pointing your fingertips in the same direction as the front toes, and gaze up toward the ceiling.
3. Hold the pose for 30 seconds to 1 minute and then repeat on the opposite side.

MINDFULNESS PRACTICE

Keep your left shin perpendicular to the floor and keep your left shoulder directly over the right. Lengthen the spine and maintain your back heel, spine, and head in one straight line.

PARIVRTTA PARSVAKONASANA BENEFITS

The revolved side angle pose strengthens the legs and stretches the chest, shoulders, spine, and groins. This pose also stimulates the abdominal organs, improves circulation and balance, and increases stamina.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Neck, legs, hips or back injury.

PREPARATORY, COMPLEMENTARY AND FOLLOW-UP POSES

Start with revolved triangle pose or bound angle pose and then progress to revolved side angle pose. Follow-up with eagle pose, half lord of the fishes or seated spinal twist.

RELATED YOGA POSES

Try these other yoga poses to relax and relieve stress and tension:
Revolved triangle pose
Wide legged forward bend pose
Cow face pose
Goddess pose

YOGA ESSENTIAL FLOWS