How to Do the Side Angle Yoga Pose

The Side Angle pose is a simple yoga position that stretches areas of the back and core that many people don't exercise. This pose is easy to do, even for beginners, and can enhance back health. Incorporate this pose into your yoga routine and you'll start feeling the improvement soon.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Face forward with your legs spread to twice your shoulder-width (a comfortable straddle position).

2. Rotate to the side at the waist. As you rotate, turn your front foot 90 degrees so that it points in the same direction as you are facing. Turn your back foot so that it points diagonally between your side and front.

3. Bend your front knee so that your entire body is lowered.

4. Rotate your body to the side and bend at the waist, resting your front elbow on your bent leg.

5. Look backwards and stretch your other arm straight out, gradually stretching the arm up and over the body.

6. Lower your resting arm and place your hand on the floor. Your front arm should be straight and your body slightly lower than before.

7. Reach your stretching arm up toward the head so that your arm is parallel to the ground and next to your ear.

8. Look down at the floor, out in front of you, or up at the ceiling. Hold this position for up to 30 seconds.

9. To come out of the pose, reach your stretching arm back up to the ceiling. Return your body to an upright position and stretch the other arm upwards. Straighten your legs and return to a standing position.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember to breathe deeply and breathe every time you move your body into a new stage of the pose.

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