Sanskrit: Parivrtta Parsvakonasana
par-vrit-tuh PARSH-vah-ko-NAH-sah-nah
Benefits
Stretches and strengthens legs, opens chest
Rejuvenates abdominal organs
Reduces fatigue, increases energy
Standard Cues
Begin in Crescent with your right leg forward. Twist your torso to the right with an exhale. Snuggle your left armpit outside of your right knee and place your left fingertips on the floor.
Reach your right arm to the sky with an inhale. Lower it alongside your right ear with an exhale. Gaze toward the sky.
Hold the pose and take slow, deep breaths. Carefully untwist with an exhale and rise to Crescent. Change sides.
Modification
Press your upper arm against your thigh and bring your palms to prayer.
Short Cues and options
Open chest to the side
Soften belly
Align armpit outside of knee
Align knee over ankle
Precautionary Warnings
Avoid this pose if you have high or low blood pressure.