Yoga Anatomy

Parsvottanasana

Intense Side Stretch

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parsva = side, flank; ut = intense; tan = to stretch

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Hamstrings

Gastrocnemius

Quadriceps

Gluteus medius

Erector spinae

Soleus

Pelvic floor

Classification

Asymmetrical standing forward-bending pose

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Skeletal joint actions

Spine Lower limbs

Front leg Back leg

Mild flexion Hip flexion, knee extension,

slight ankle plantar flexion

Mild hip flexion, knee exten-

sion, ankle dorsiflexion,

foot supination at heel and

pronation at forefoot