Yoga Seated Side Bend

In this practice

Key teachings

• Spinal mobility and lateral flexion
• Mindful breathing to deepen stretches
• Body awareness in seated postures

Ideal for

• Beginners and all levels
• Individuals with desk jobs or upper body stiffness
• Anyone seeking gentle stretching and relaxation

Lesson

Instructions

Yoga Demonstration Seated Side Bend

Steps

• Seated side bend (Parsva Sukhasana variation)
• Deep diaphragmatic breathing
• Gentle torso and shoulder openers

Benefits

• Increases flexibility in the spine and side body
• Relieves tension in the intercostal muscles and obliques
• Improves posture and spinal decompression
• Calms the nervous system through mindful movement