Revolved Head to Knee Pose Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Stretching
- Primary Muscle
- Hamstrings
- Secondary Muscles
- Hip Flexors, Obliques, Erector Spinae
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana
How to: Revolved Head to Knee Pose
- Sit on the floor with one leg extended and the other leg bent.
- Twist your torso toward the bent leg, reaching the opposite arm across your body.
- Hinge at your hips and extend your torso over the extended leg.
- Hold the stretch while breathing deeply and feeling the stretch in the hamstrings.
Common Mistakes
- Forgetting to breathe properly.
- Overextending the back instead of bending at the hips.
- Not keeping the opposite leg grounded.
Modifications
- Use yoga blocks for support if you cannot reach your foot.
- Bend the knee of the extended leg for a gentler stretch.
Tips
- Keep your spine straight to maximize the stretch.
- Breathe deeply and hold each pose to increase flexibility.
- Avoid rounding your back as you reach forward.
Revolved Head to Knee Pose Alternatives
Tags
stretching
yoga
hamstrings
obliques
flexibility
balance