Parivrtta Parsvottanasana - Revolved Side Stretch Pose
- Description
- Anatomy
- Chakra
- Dosha
- Intensity
- Position
- Prana
- Benefits
- Contraindications
Description
Description
Revolved Side Stretch Pose is a standing lateral twisting and stretching pose.
Preparations for the pose include shoulder, hip and hamstring stretch.
Modifications include one hand supported on the ground and extending the other arm up.
If there is difficulty in balancing, this pose can be practised against the wall.
Variations can be practised with binding hands or twisting half moon with one leg lifting up.
Anatomy
Anatomy
Elbow-Flexion, Hip-Extension, Hip-Flexion, Knee-Extension, Neck-Rotation, Spine-Rotation
Chakra
Chakra
Manipuraha
Dosha
Dosha
Pitha
Intensity
Intensity
40
Position
Position
Standing-Twist
Prana
Prana
Samana
Benefits
Benefits
Strengthens the thighs, knees, and ankles. Stretches the spine, hamstrings, calves, and thighs. Calms the brain. Stimulates the liver and kidneys.
Contraindications
Contraindications