1. Pronounce it Correctly
Turned side angle is the English translation of "parivritta parshvakona," a Sansrit phrase that defines this yoga pose, or asana. Parivritta translated into English means turned round, back or revolved. Parsva translates to "side" in English, and kona means "angle." The phrase is pronounced "par-ee-vrit-ah parsh-va-cone" but most people know it as the turned side angle. This yoga pose is one of the most difficult, so proceed slowly.
2. Perform the Turned Side-Angle
Stand up straight with your arms at your side and your feet together. Breathe in and spread your legs so that your feet are slightly more than shoulder-width apart. Lift your arms straight out from your shoulders with your palms facing down until they're parallel to the floor. Slowly breathe out and turn your right foot 90 degrees to the right while bending your right knee 90 degrees. Put your left palm flat on the floor next to your right foot. Rest your right elbow on the outside of your right knee. Lift your right arm over your head until it is parallel to the floor. Hold for 1 minute while breathing through your nose. Return to your standing position and repeat on the other side.
3. Once Isn't Enough
For the optimal workout, hold this pose as long as you feel comfortable, and then switch sides. You complete 1 repetition when you perform the turned side angle once on each side. Do 2 or 3 reps to complete your exercise.
4. Work It
This asana stretches the muscles in your midsection, calves, thighs, ankles, arms, waist and hips. It helps improve your posture and strengthens your digestive system, which stimulates blood circulation to make you feel more flexible.
5. All About Asana
Asanas are great for stretching, but they also help relaxation and extended periods of meditation by opening energy channels and psychic centers in your body. Before performing an asana like the turned angle pose, drink a fresh glass of water on an empty stomach. Early morning is the best time to perform asanas, but dusk is another opportunity. Choose a location that's relaxing and free of clutter, and try to clear your mind during an asana. When performing the turned side angle or any other asana, find a comfortable yet firm position which doesn't cause you any pain. Control your breathing through your nose throughout the duration of the asana for best results.
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