Yoga Pose for Day 60 - Intense Side Stretch Pose / Pyramid Pose (Parsvottanasana)

In Sanskrit, 'parsva' means 'side', 'ut' means 'powerful and 'than' means 'stretching'. Since this pose involves intense stretching towards the sides it is named thus. Intense Side Stretch Pose is called Parsvottanasana in Sanskrit.

Intense Side Stretch Pose is really a powerful asana. This pose stimulates sahasrara, visudhi, manipura, svadhittana and muladhara chakras. Sahasrara connects our subconscious mind with universal energy and helps to achieve elevated state of mind. Proper functioning of sahasrara promotes wisdom. It also aids in promoting brain health. We will focus on chakras and their functions in the coming days.

Pyramid Pose benefits

Other Benefits of Intense Side Stretch Pose
  • Promotes oxygen flow to brain
  • Strengthens all joints
  • It strengthens legs.
  • The pose stimulates functions of abdominal organs.
  • Cures digestive disorders
  • Improves focus
  • Calms the mind
Instructions
  • Assume Mountain Pose.
  • Place the right leg about one and a half feet away from the left leg. The right foot should be at an angle of 90 degrees with the toes pointing towards the right.
  • Slide your hands behind your back and bring the palms together as in salutation pose.
  • Turn your torso to your right.
  • Exhale as you bend towards your right. Place your forehead on the right knee or further down the leg.
  • Hold the pose for 30 seconds. Inhale and straighten your body. Repeat the same on the other side.
  • Hold the pose for 30 seconds. Return to Mountain Pose.
Note

Those with high blood pressure, severe joint issues, spine and hip conditions should refrain from practicing the pose.

Bend as much as your flexibility allows. Do not push yourself hard. In case of difficulty in bringing the arms to your back, you can hold the right wrist with your left hand. Alternately, you can place your hands on wall in front of you and perform the pose.

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