Vishama Ashtavakrasana
(VISH-uh-muh uh-shtuh-vuh-KRAHS-uh-nuh)
Also Known As: Uneven Eight Angle Pose
Modification: one forearm to the floor
Pose Type: arm/forearm balance, forward bend, twist
Drishti Point: Padayoragrai or Padayoragre (toes/feet)
Uneven Half Repose Pose Dedicated to Ashtavakra
Vishama Ardha Shayana Ashtavakrasana
(VISH-uh-muh UHR-duh shuh-yuh-nuh uh-shtuh-vuh-KRAHS-uh-nuh)
Also Known As: Uneven Half Repose Eight Angle Pose
Modification: one elbow to the floor, hand to the face
Pose Type: arm/elbow balance, forward bend, twist
Drishti Point: Nasagrai or Nasagre (nose)
ARM BALANCE: BOTH LEGS TO THE SIDE—KNEES BENT AND TOGETHER