Side Splits with Side Bend

Pārśva Samakoṇāsana

Side Splits with Side Bend
⇄ both sides
CategorySeated & Forward Folds TypeStretch LevelAdvanced Hold30 sec MusclesLegs, Hips, Core, Chest BreathingEach exhale deepens the fold

A variation of: Side Splits

How to do it

  1. EnterExhale and bend toward one leg: hold the foot with your lower hand and reach your top arm overhead.
  2. HoldKnees straight, the backs of your legs on the mat, hips grounded. Bend strictly to the side.
  3. ExitInhale, lift your torso and switch sides.

Benefits

Stretches the side body and inner thighs at the same time.

Cautions

  • Knee, hip joint, and hamstring injuries
  • Pregnancy

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.

Counterpose

Knees-to-Chest Pose Knees-to-Chest Pose Beginner

Where it appears

Similar poses

Front Splits Front Splits Advanced Bound Lotus Pose Bound Lotus Pose Advanced Lotus with Side Bend Lotus with Side Bend Advanced

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