Seated Yoga Side Bend

In this practice

Key teachings

• Proper alignment for seated side bends
• Mindful progression into complex postures
• Connecting breath with movement for deeper stretches
• Using props for support and accessibility

Ideal for

• Practitioners looking to deepen their seated side bends
• Individuals interested in learning Parivrtta Janusirsasana
• Those seeking relief from spinal stiffness
• All levels interested in detailed pose instruction

Lesson

Instructions

This seated side bend is one of the many seated Triangle practices with links to the Universe! Seated Side Bends are satisfying to practice -- but hard too! This HOW TO video takes the body through a systematic preparation for Parivrtta Janusirsasana, then talks the viewer into the posture step by step. HEALTH ADVICE: Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure that the content in this video is safe but as I cannot be in the room with you, the responsibility for participating in any exercise or individual activity rests with you. If at any time during this video you feel any unusual pain or discomfort, you should stop exercising immediately.

Steps

• Seated side bends
• Parivrtta Janusirsasana (Revolved Head-to-Knee Pose)
• Gentle spinal twists
• Hip opening stretches

Benefits

• Increased spinal flexibility
• Improved digestion and detoxification through twisting
• Release of tension in the side body and lower back
• Enhanced hamstring and hip flexibility
• Cultivation of mental focus and patience