PARSVOTTASANA (intense side stretch pose) is a standing pose that stretches the side body and strengthens and lengthens the leg muscles. Starting from TADASANA (mountain pose), take a small step back with your left foot so your two feet are about one meter apart. Turn the back foot in at a 45°-60° angle and point the …
UTTHITA PARSVAKONASANA (extended side angle pose) is a standing side bend which is also a hip opener, as well as a twist. Starting from TADASANA (mountain pose), take a big step back with your left foot so your two feet are about one leg’s length apart. Turn the back foot in at a 90° angle …
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VIRABHADRASANA B (warrior II pose) is a standing pose that is also a hip opener. Starting from TADASANA (mountain pose), take a big step back with your left foot so your two feet are about one leg’s length apart. Turn the back foot in at a 90° angle and point the front foot straight forward, …
ARDHA CHANDRASANA (half moon pose) is a balancing pose, as well as a twist and hip opener. UTTHITA TRIKONASANA (triangle pose) is a good starting position to get into ARDHA CHANDRASANA (half moon pose). Place the hand of your top arm on your hip, look down and bend the front knee. Step the back foot …
UTTHITA TRIKONASANA (triangle pose) is a standing pose, strengthening and lengthening the leg muscles, which is also a hip opener, as well as a twist. Starting from TADASANA (mountain pose), take a big step back with your left foot so your two feet are about one leg’s length apart. Turn the back foot in at …
BHUJANGASANA (cobra pose) is a prone back bend, awakening the heart chakra. Starting from all fours, lower all the way down onto the mat and straighten your legs. Keeping your feet hip distance apart, point your toes and engage your leg muscles. Place the hands under the shoulders, spread the fingers wide and hug the …
VIRABHADRASANA A (warrior I pose) is a standing pose that is a good preparation for back bending. Starting from TADASANA (mountain pose), take a big step back with your left foot so your two feet are about one leg’s length apart. Turn the back foot in at a 60° angle and point the front foot …
