Poses
Extended Side Angle Pose
Utthita Parsvakonasana · oo-TEE-tah parsh-vah-cone-AHS-anna
Standing · beginner
Glossary: Utthita Parsvakonasana
Pronunciation
How to
- From warrior two
- Lower right forearm to right thigh
- Extend left arm over ear
- Create one line from foot to fingertips
- Gaze up at left hand
- Repeat other side
Benefits
- Strengthens legs
- Stretches groin and spine
- Opens chest
- Increases stamina
Caution
- Headache
- High/low blood pressure
- Neck injury
Variations
- Hand on block
- Bound side angle