Parivrtta Padmasana
परिवृत्त पद्मासन
Parivrtta Padmasana (Revolved Lotus) is a seated twist performed in Padmasana, combining hip opening with spinal rotation.
Anatomy Involved
Benefits
- Spinal mobility in lotus
- Aids digestion
- Calms the mind
- Combines hip opening with twist
- Full anatomical benefits — muscles, joints, organs →
Avoid If
- Knee injuries (Padmasana)
- Spinal injuries
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Teaching Cues
For yoga teachers — verbal cues to guide students
5 cues
Teaching Cues
For yoga teachers — verbal cues to guide students
- 1Lengthen the spine on the inhalation, deepen the twist on the exhalation
- 2Initiate the rotation from the navel, then the chest, finally the head
- 3Keep both sitting bones grounded equally
- 4Maintain the length of the spine — do not collapse into the twist
- 5Use the breath to create space for the rotation
Pose Details
Helps With
Pose Type
Body Focus
Focus Areas
Yoga Styles
When to Practice
Position
Modify If You Have
knee injury
Do Parivrtta Sukhasana instead (cross-legged twist).
Target Areas
Practice Flow
About this Pose
Parivrtta Padmasana (Revolved Lotus) is a seated twist performed in Padmasana, combining hip opening with spinal rotation.
How to Practice
1. Sit in Padmasana.
2. Spine erect, shoulders relaxed.
3. Inhale, lengthen the spine.
4. Exhale, twist to the right.
5. Place the left hand on the right knee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parivrtta Padmasana
What is Parivrtta Padmasana?
Parivrtta Padmasana (Revolved Lotus) is a seated twist performed in Padmasana, combining hip opening with spinal rotation.
What are the benefits of Parivrtta Padmasana?
Spinal mobility in lotus. Aids digestion. Calms the mind. Combines hip opening with twist.
Who should avoid Parivrtta Padmasana?
Avoid this pose if you have: Knee injuries (Padmasana), Spinal injuries.
How many steps are in Parivrtta Padmasana?
Parivrtta Padmasana is practiced in 10 steps. Sit in Padmasana.
Is Parivrtta Padmasana suitable for beginners?
Parivrtta Padmasana is an intermediate-level pose. Beginners should practice with props or under guidance.
What conditions does Parivrtta Padmasana help with?
Parivrtta Padmasana is therapeutic for: digestive problems, flexibility, anxiety.
What poses should I do before Parivrtta Padmasana?
Prepare with: Staff Pose, Baddha Konasana, Bharadvajasana I (seated). These warm up the relevant muscles and joints.
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