IntermediateSanskrit: Utthita Parsvakonasana
Extended Side Angle
A standing pose that opens the side body.
Benefits
Stretches side body
Strengthens legs
Opens hips
Stimulates digestion
Contraindications
Avoid or modify this pose if you have any of the following conditions:
- Headache
- High or low blood pressure
- Insomnia
- Neck issues
How to Practice
Enter the pose mindfully, paying attention to your breath. Hold for 5-10 breaths, or as long as comfortable. Never force the pose and back off if you feel sharp pain.
Use props as needed to modify the pose for your body. Remember that yoga is a practice of self-awareness, not self-judgment.
