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==Technique==

#Begin in Anantasana / Vishnu’s Couch Pose on your right side.

#Bring your right hand next to the right hip and place your head on the floor.

#Bend your knees and grip your ankles with your hands.

#Inhale and pull your feet towards your head while arching your back.

#Stretch your body as much as you can.

#Stay in this pose for 3 to 6 long breaths.

#To come out of the pose, release your feet and rest in Savasana / Corpse pose.

#Repeat the sequence on your other side for the same length of time.

==Technique in pictures/animation==

==Effects==

*Stretches and strengthens the spine.

*Stretches the neck, shoulders, chest and abdomen.

*Stimulates the abdominal organs.

*Stretches the arms, legs and hips.<ref name="Effects"/>

==Related Asanas==

==Special requisites==

==Initial practice notes==

==References==

<ref name="Effects">[https://365dayspact.wordpress.com/2017/11/03/parsva-dhanurasana-side-bow-pose-reboot-yourself/ "Health Benefits"]</ref>

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==External Links==

* [https://www.tummee.com/yoga-poses/parsva-dhanurasana Parsva Dhanurasana on tummee.com]

* [https://www.tummee.com/yoga-poses/side-bow-pose/steps Parsva Dhanurasana on tummee.com]

* [http://www.jackcuneo.com/blog/2014/10/4/parsva-dhanurasana-side-bow-pose Parsva Dhanurasana on jackcuneo.com]

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[[Category:Curative Asanas]]

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