Sideways Ear Pressure Pose
Parshva Karnapidasana
(PAHRSH-vuh kuhr-nah-pee-DAHS-uh-nuh)
Also Known As: Side Contraction Pose (Parshva Akunchanasana)
Modification: palms to the lower back
Pose Type: inversion, forward bend, twist
Drishti Point: Nabhi, Nabhicakre, or Nabi Chakra (belly button)
Hands Bound Ear Pressure Pose
Baddha Hasta Karnapidasana
(BUH-duh HUH-stuh kuhr-nah-pee-DAHS-uh-nuh)
Modification: fingers interlocked
Pose Type: inversion, forward bend
Drishti Point: Nabhi, Nabhicakre, or Nabi Chakra (belly button)