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Standing Side Bend: Parsva Tadasana | Traditional

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Benefits

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

Props

No-props

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 Standing Side Bend

Stand tall with the feet grounded. Reach both arms overhead. Arc the torso to one side while keeping both sides of the waist long. Take a steady inhale to create length, then use the exhale to settle into the final shape.

Exiting Standing Side Bend

Lift the torso back to center. Lower the arms if needed before taking the other side. Pause in a neutral position for a moment before continuing.