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Revolved Side Angle Pose: Parivrtta 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 Revolved Side Angle Pose

Begin in a lunge with one foot forward and the back heel lifted or grounded. Rotate the torso toward the front leg. Bring the palms together at the chest or place one hand on the floor or a block. Take a steady inhale to create length, then use the exhale to settle into the final shape.

Exiting Revolved Side Angle Pose

Untwist the torso slowly. Lower the hands and step back or return to standing before changing sides. Pause in a neutral position for a moment before continuing.