Intense Side Stretch
पार्श्वोत्तानासन

Pārśvottānāsana

Intense Side Stretch

Intermediate

“This information is provided for educational purposes. Practice mindfully.”

How to Practice

1

Stand with feet 3 feet apart.

2

Turn the right foot out 90 degrees and the left foot in 45-60 degrees.

3

Square the hips forward to match the right foot.

4

Inhale and reach arms up or join palms in reverse prayer behind the back.

5

Exhale and fold forward over the right leg, keeping the spine long.

6

Bring the hands to the floor or shins.

7

Breathe deeply and repeat on the other side.

Benefits

Supports flexibility in the hamstrings and hips
Encourages a calm mind
Strengthens the legs
Helps improve posture

Precautions

  • •Keep the hips squared as you fold
  • •Avoid rounding the back excessively
  • •Keep the knees slightly soft if hamstrings are very tight

Related Poses

trikonasanapadahastasana