intermediate

Revolved Side Angle Pose

Parivritta Parsvakonasana

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A dynamic standing twist that deeply integrates the lower body foundation with a powerful spinal rotation. It strengthens the core, stretches the side body, and detoxifies the internal organs.

Chakras
PrimaryManipura (Solar Plexus)
SecondarySvadhisthana (Sacral)Anahata (Heart)
Gaze:Upward / Sky
Quick Summary
  • Start in a lunge, bring opposite elbow to front knee.

  • Twist your torso, keeping your spine long.

  • Reach the top arm to the sky or over your ear.

Foundation
  • Back heel can be lifted or grounded at a 45-degree angle (if grounded, square hips as much as possible).

  • Front knee stacked directly over the ankle.

Alignment
  • Press the bottom elbow into the outer thigh to leverage the twist.

  • Stack the top shoulder directly over the bottom shoulder.

  • Maintain a long line of energy from the back heel through the crown of the head.

Inhale to lengthen the spine, exhale to deepen the twist from the navel.
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