Janu Sirsasana Side Bend. Revolved head to knee pose revolved head to knee pose or parivrtta janu sirsasana in sanskrit is a twisting variation of janu sirsasana that takes the classic forward bend to the next level of release. Sit on the floor with your legs straight in front of you.
Rotate your upper body slightly so you are facing the left leg and then fold forward from the hips as you exhale. The pose is categorized into seated intermediate level posture. Secondary benefits of the side bending yoga pose.
Open your left leg slightly to the left with the knee straight or slightly bent.
Janu sirsasana is a side bend with a strong stretch of the extended leg. Parivrtta janu sirsasana revolving head to knee pose is a classic side bending yoga posture meant to primarily target and stretch the oblique muscles lateral abdominal muscles that generate side flexion and torso rotation while also sending a nourishing side bend into the vertebrae. Practicing this asana regularly can produce a number of holistic effects on the body. As you inhale flex the left foot press the top of the thigh down lengthen the spine and raise your arms either side of your head.
