PA
Parsva Bakasana
पार्श्व बकासन
Advancedstanding
Target Muscles
coreobliquesshoulderswrists
Benefits (4)
- + Builds oblique strength
- + Twisted arm balance
- + Develops body control
- + Popular advanced pose
Avoid If (3)
- - Wrist injuries
- - Shoulder injuries
- - Lower back injuries
About
Parsva Bakasana (Side Crow) is a twisted arm balance where both legs extend to one side.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1. Squat in Malasana.
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2. Twist both knees to the right.
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3. Place palms on the floor to the left, shoulder-width.
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4. Rest the right hip on the left upper arm.
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5. Shift weight onto hands.
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6. Lift feet off the floor — both legs to the right, straight.
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7. Arms in Chaturanga.
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8. Gaze forward. Hold 3-5 breaths.
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9. Lower down.
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10. Repeat other side.