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Extended Side Angle Pose
Extended side angle pose is great for constipation, low backache, infertility, Sciatica, Osteoperosis, and menstral discomfort. It increases stamina, stimulates abdominal organs, strengthens legs, knees and ankles. Extended side angle pose also stretches the spine, groin, waist, shoulders, chest and lungs.
Beginners: If you feel unsteady in this pose brace the back heel against a wall. If you are unable to touch the floor rest your arm on your knee. |
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1. Stand in Mountain pose step or jump your feet out 3 to 4 1/2 feet.
2. Bring your hands out parallel to the ground, shoulder blades back and palms face the ground.
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3.Turn your left foot out slightly and your right foot out 90 degrees. Align the right heel with the left heel.
4. Bend your right knee so your chin is perpendicular to the ground. Bring your arms out to a "T". Right hand comes to the ground next to the right foot and the left arm reaches up parallel to your left ear. Gaze up toward the ceiling.
5. Take several breaths, Inhale, press your heels into the floor and come back to mountain pose
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