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'''Parshvasana''' <ref name="'Parshvasana"/> is an Asana. It is translated as '''''Side Stretch Pose''''' from '''Sanskrit'''. The name of this pose comes from '''parshva''' meaning '''side''' and '''asana''' meaning '''posture''' or '''seat'''. This pose is a variation of Tadasana.
==Technique==
# Begin in Tadasana / Mountain Pose.
# Inhale and move your left arm towards the ceiling while expanding your upper ribs.
# Straighten your back and look at your palm.
# Exhale and bend towards your right without disturbing your lower body.
# Feel the stretch on the left side of your body.
# Stick your right arm to the right side of your torso.
# Stay in this pose for 3 long breaths.
# Inhale and come into Tadasana / Mountain Pose.
# Exhale and repeat the posture on your other side. <ref name="Technique"/>
== Benefits Technique in pictures/animation== #It stretched the side of the body.#Promotes spinal flexibility and balance.
==Effects==
* Reduces stress and fatigue.
* Stretches the sides, shoulders, arms and spine.
* Strengthens the abdominal muscles.
* Improves digestion.
* Improves flexibility and balance.
* Improves blood circulation.<ref name="Effects"/>
== Cautions Related Asanas==* [[Tadasana]]
* Anyone suffering from severe lower back, shoulder or neck injuries.* Anyone suffering from headache or heart problems. ==Initial practice notes== == References ==
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<ref name="'ParshvasanaTechnique">[https://en365dayspact.wikipediawordpress.orgcom/wiki2017/08/15/eka-hasta-parshvasana-one-hand-side-stretch-pose-lose-your-love-handles/ "Methodology"]</ref> <ref name="Effects">[https://365dayspact.wordpress.com/2017/08/15/eka-hasta-parshvasana-one-hand-side-stretch-pose-lose-your-love-handles/Parshvasana "wikipediaHealth benefits"]</ref>
</references>
==External Links==
* [http://www.truthstar.com/hasta-parshvasana-anchor-posture/ Parshvasana on truthstar.com]
* [https://365dayspact.wordpress.com/2017/08/15/eka-hasta-parshvasana-one-hand-side-stretch-pose-lose-your-love-handles/ Parshvasana on
365dayspact.wordpress.com]
[[Category:Yoga]]
