Revolved Side Angle Pose (Parivrtta Parsvakonasana) is a deep yoga lunge combined with a spinal twist. With the front knee bent at 90 degrees and the back leg extended, you twist your torso and place the opposite elbow against the outside of the front knee, reaching the top arm overhead. It builds hip strength, twist mobility, and balance.
Muscle Group
Core, Hips, Quadriceps, Yoga
Equipment Required
Bodyweight
Type
Flexibility
Equipment
Band
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Combines deep lunge with thoracic twist
- Builds quad and hip strength in the front leg
- Stretches the back leg hip flexor
- Improves spinal rotational mobility
- Develops balance and body awareness
- Aids digestion through abdominal compression
How to perform
- Step into a deep lunge: right foot forward with knee bent 90 degrees, left leg extended back.
- Drop your back knee to the floor for a beginner version, or keep it lifted for the full pose.
- Bring your hands to your heart center. Twist your torso to the right.
- Place your left elbow on the outside of your right knee. Press elbow into knee.
- Extend your right arm up toward the ceiling, opening your chest.
- Stack your right shoulder over your left shoulder. Gaze up at your right hand.
- Hold for 5 to 8 breaths. Use each exhale to deepen the twist.
- Release and switch sides.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Glutes
Primary
Shoulder
Primary
Quadriceps
Primary