Yoga Anatomy

Jathara Parivrtti Variation

With Legs Extended

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Pectoralis

major

Piriformis

Multifidi

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Gluteus

maximus

Hamstrings

Notes

In this variation, the top leg’s hamstrings are lengthening; tightness here can contribute to
spinal flexion. The bottom leg’s hamstrings are active and help counter spinal flexion with
extensor action.
With the bottom leg extended, the top leg has more adduction and possibly more internal
rotation, which leads to increased length in the iliotibial band; gluteus minimus, medius,
and maximus; piriformis; superior and inferior gemellus; and obturator internus.