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'''Parsvottanasana''' is an Asana. It is translated as '''Intense Side Stretch''' from Sanskrit. It is also referred to as "Pyramid" Pose.
The name of this pose comes from "parsva" meaning "side", "ut" meaning "intense" , and "tan" meaning "to stretch", and "asana" meaning "posture" or "seat.
== Benefits and Cautions ==
Benefits of this pose are: stretching of the hamstrings, improving the balance, creating length in the spine, and massaging the internal organs. Practice this pose with caution if you have: back injuries, hamstring injuries, high blood pressure or headaches.
[[Category:Yoga]]
'''Parsvottanasana''' is an Asana. It is translated as '''Intense Side Stretch''' from Sanskrit. It is also referred to as "Pyramid" Pose.
The name of this pose comes from "parsva" meaning "side", "ut" meaning "intense" , and "tan" meaning "to stretch", and "asana" meaning "posture" or "seat.
== Benefits and Cautions ==
Benefits of this pose are: stretching of the hamstrings, improving the balance, creating length in the spine, and massaging the internal organs. Practice this pose with caution if you have: back injuries, hamstring injuries, high blood pressure or headaches.
[[Category:Yoga]]
