BENEFITS OF PARSVOTTANASANA / INTENSE SIDE STRETCH POSE
How To Do Parsvottanasana / Intense Side Stretch Pose
- Stand straight. Let the feet be close to each other.
- Bring your arms behind your back and bend them to keep your palms together. This would resemble Salutation Pose.
- Shift the right leg to place it about four feet away from the left leg.
- Exhale and bend your body towards your right and place your forehead on your knee. You may stretch beyond if possible. Keep your knees straight.
- Release the pose by straightening your body and return to standing position. Repeat the same on the left side.
You can hold the pose for 30 seconds and do it twice.
Benefits of Parsvottanasana / Intense Side Stretch Pose
Tones your ankles, wrists, elbows and shoulder joints
Prevents arthritic conditions
Relaxes calf muscles, strengthens legs and back muscles.
Stimulates function of abdominal organs and cures digestive disorders
Promotes oxygen flow to brain and boosts concentration
Calms the mind
Note
People with high blood pressure should not practice the pose. People with skip disc conditions should refrain from practicing of this pose.
