8.

References: Since we have practiced this pose in class, I have used my notes and knowledge of this pose to write the blog, besides pictures & names whose resources have been previously stated.

7.

Awareness & how i feel in the Parivritta Parsvakanosana
Although the pose is difficult to hold for a long period of time, it feels good to get the twisting stretch through my shoulders, back and stomach, while using muscular endurance and balance to keep the pose standing. I feel a burn but uses Tapas to push through that burn.

6.

Physical and Therapeutic Benefits of Parivritta Parsvokanasana
- creates a stretch by twisting
- uses core strength to hold the pose
- is a calming and strengthening version of a workout

5a&b

1. Start by getting into downward facing dog; breathe and release
(Push through the toes and contract the quadriceps, push through the hands and fingers to release any pressure at the wrists, lengthen your sides, push the sitting bones up)
2. Look up through your hands and step your right leg through
3. Push through your feet and toes creating a strong foundation
4. Inhale and raise arms above head
(square hips to the front and embrace mulabunda and uday andabunda)
5. Twist by putting left hand on the outside of your right foot
6. Open the hearts center and raise left arm above your head and stretch it forward
7. Breathe through the pose & release
8. Place hands back onto the ground shoulder with apart
9. Spread the fingers creating a strong foundation
10. Place right foot back by your left foot
11. Go back into downward dog push
12. Follow the same steps for the left side.

4.

English Name: Bound, Revolved Extended Side Angle Pose
http://yogalifejourney.com/yoga-poses/library/

3.

Sanskrit name: Parivritta Parsvakanosana

2.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5XK1PdSJVs

1b. Professional Full Posture

http://www.yogabasics.com/standing-twists/revolved-side-angle.html

1a.

Picture of me