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Extended Side Angle Pose: Utthita Parsvakonasana | Traditional

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Benefits

Builds strength, mobility, and breathing awareness with steady alignment. Particularly helpful for feeling steady and present.

Props

Block optional.

Hold Time

5 to 8 breaths

Cautions

Practice within a pain-free range. Reduce depth or use props for knee, low back, neck, wrist, or shoulder sensitivity.

Entering Extended Side Angle Pose

Start in a wide stance and bend the front knee deeply. Place the lower hand to the floor, a block, or the thigh. Reach the top arm overhead so the side body forms one long line. Take a steady inhale to create length, then use the exhale to settle into the final shape.

Exiting Extended Side Angle Pose

Press into the feet and lift the torso back upright. Straighten the front leg and reset the stance before switching sides. Pause in a neutral position for a moment before continuing.