Parivrtta Virabhadrasana
परिवृत्त वीरभद्रासन
Parivrtta Virabhadrasana (Revolved Warrior) is a prayer twist from Warrior I, building leg strength with spinal rotation.
Anatomy Involved
Benefits
- Strengthens legs while twisting
- Opens chest and shoulders
- Improves balance
- Stimulates digestion
- Full anatomical benefits — muscles, joints, organs →
Avoid If
- Spinal injuries
- Knee injuries
- Low blood pressure
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Teaching Cues
For yoga teachers — verbal cues to guide students
6 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
- 6Fix the gaze on a steady point (drishti) for balance
Pose Details
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When to Practice
Position
Modify If You Have
knee injury
Reduce the depth of the front knee bend.
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Practice Flow
About this Pose
Parivrtta Virabhadrasana (Revolved Warrior) is a prayer twist from Warrior I, building leg strength with spinal rotation.
How to Practice
1. Come into Warrior I — right foot forward.
2. Bring hands to Anjali Mudra (prayer) at the chest.
3. Inhale, lengthen the spine.
4. Exhale, twist the torso to the right.
5. Place the left elbow on the outside of the right knee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parivrtta Virabhadrasana
What is Parivrtta Virabhadrasana?
Parivrtta Virabhadrasana (Revolved Warrior) is a prayer twist from Warrior I, building leg strength with spinal rotation.
What are the benefits of Parivrtta Virabhadrasana?
Strengthens legs while twisting. Opens chest and shoulders. Improves balance. Stimulates digestion.
Who should avoid Parivrtta Virabhadrasana?
Avoid this pose if you have: Spinal injuries, Knee injuries, Low blood pressure.
How many steps are in Parivrtta Virabhadrasana?
Parivrtta Virabhadrasana is practiced in 10 steps. Come into Warrior I — right foot forward.
Is Parivrtta Virabhadrasana suitable for beginners?
Parivrtta Virabhadrasana is an intermediate-level pose. Beginners should practice with props or under guidance.
What conditions does Parivrtta Virabhadrasana help with?
Parivrtta Virabhadrasana is therapeutic for: digestive problems, strength, balance.
What poses should I do before Parivrtta Virabhadrasana?
Prepare with: Staff Pose, Baddha Konasana, Bharadvajasana I (seated). These warm up the relevant muscles and joints.
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