Revolved Side-Angle Pose with Prayer Hand
Twist & detoxify! Revolved Side-Angle Pose with Prayer Hand: Strengthen legs, lengthen spine, and improve balance.
The Revolved Side-Angle Pose with Prayer Hand mainly works the glutes & hips and quads, with help from the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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Revolved Side-Angle Pose with Prayer Hand Muscles Worked
Primary
Glutes (gluteus maximus); Quads (quadriceps femoris)
Secondary
Obliques; Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
Revolved Side-Angle Pose with Prayer Hand Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Revolved Side-Angle Pose with Prayer Hand
Begin in a standing position, and step your feet about 4 to 5 feet apart.
Turn your right foot out 90 degrees, so your toes are pointing to the right.
Bend your right knee, coming into a lunge. Align your right knee with your right ankle.
Bring your left hand to the outside of your right foot or on a block next to your right foot for support. Lengthen through the spine.
Twist your torso to the right, keeping your left leg strong and straight with heel pressing down.
Lift your right arm towards the ceiling, stacking your shoulders and opening your chest to maximize the twist.
Keep your gaze upward, toward your right hand, or in a position that is comfortable for your neck.
Hold the pose for several breaths, deepening the twist with each exhale.
To exit, look down at your right foot, release your right hand, and straighten up to a standing position.
Repeat on the other side for balance.
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Revolved Side-Angle Pose with Prayer Hand FAQs
What muscles does the Revolved Side-Angle Pose with Prayer Hand work?
The Revolved Side-Angle Pose with Prayer Hand mainly works the glutes & hips and quads, with help from the core. The main muscles are the gluteus maximus and quadriceps femoris.
What equipment do you need for the Revolved Side-Angle Pose with Prayer Hand?
None. The Revolved Side-Angle Pose with Prayer Hand is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Revolved Side-Angle Pose with Prayer Hand variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Ardha Matsyendrasana Pose, Bird of Paradise Pose Svarga Dvijasana, Eight Angle Pose and Extended Side-Angle Pose.
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