Extended Side Angle Pose

Extended Side Angle Pose can be performed after the warrior pose. It opens the side of the body energizing the body and strengthening the legs.

Benefits

1.Stretches the groins, spine, waist, chest and lungs, and shoulders.

2.Strengthens and stretches the legs, knees, and ankles.

3.Stimulates abdominal organs.

Instructions

Preparation

Stand in mountain pose. Then exhale and apart your legs 3-4 feet.

1. Turn your right foot to the right and turn your left foot slightly to the right. Inhale and bend your right knee until your right tight parallel to the floor. Stretch your left leg. Turn your torso to the right and gradually raise the arms up. Keep your spine and your arms straight and exhale

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2. Inhale and slowly lower your right arm down until the right palm placing on the floor. Exhale and extend your left arm up adjacent to the left ear. Keep your left arm and left leg straight forming the same line. Look at the right fingers and stay in the position for 5-10 breathes. Extended Side Angle Pose Image2

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