Parivrtta Parsvakonasana — Revolved Side Angle
Parivrtta Parsvakonasana (revolved side angle) combines high lunge and deep twist, strengthening legs and massaging internal organs.
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Parivrtta Parsvakonasana — Revolved Side Angle (परिवृत्तपार्श्वकोणासन)
The twisted version of extended side angle. In a high lunge, the torso twists and elbow rests against the opposite knee, creating powerful twist leverage.
Benefits
- Deep loaded twist
- Intense leg strengthening in lunge
- Abdominal organ detoxification
- Chest opening in rotation
Instructions
High lunge, twist torso, place outer elbow against front knee. Hands in prayer. Chest opens toward ceiling. 5 breaths per side.
Contraindications
- Disc herniation
- Knee injury
- Pregnancy
Modifications
- Beginner: back knee down (low lunge), hand on floor.
- Advanced: upper arm extended diagonally, bind behind back.
