Revolved Side Angle Pose

Parivṛtta Pārśvakoṇāsana

Revolved Side Angle Pose
⇄ both sides
CategoryStanding TypeStrength LevelAdvanced Hold30 sec MusclesLegs, Core, Back BreathingPowerful, even breathing

How to do it

  1. EnterFrom a lunge, twist toward your front leg and hook the opposite elbow outside your knee, palms together at your heart. Keep your back leg straight, or lower the knee.
  2. HoldPress your elbow into your knee to open your chest toward the ceiling. Twist from your lower belly, neck in line with your spine. Your legs work powerfully.
  3. ExitInhale to unwind, lower your hands, and return to the lunge.

Benefits

A strong twist in a lunge: leg strength plus deep core work.

Cautions

  • Spinal disc herniation
  • Pregnancy
  • Hypertension

This site is for general information and is not medical advice. If you have pain, an injury, a chronic condition, or are pregnant, check with a qualified professional before practicing.

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