Jathara Parivartanasana (Revolved Abdomen Pose / Reclined Twist) — Overview — for Yoga Teachers, Yoga Therapists, Health & Wellness Coaches, Holistic Healthcare Providers
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Jathara Parivartanasana (Revolved Abdomen Pose / Reclined Twist)
Objective
Become knowledgeable about the pose and review detailed teaching considerations.
Description
Explain the Sanskrit naming; contraindications and cautions; associated benefits and typical effects; instructions and cues for setting up and practicing the pose; variations to meet particular intentions and needs; and more teaching considerations.
Prerequisite Knowledge
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Jathara Parivartanasana
“jathara” = stomach
“parivrtta” = to revolve around
“tan” = to stretch or to go beyond
Revolved Abdomen Pose
Also known as: Reclined Twist
Notes
Most students enjoy this pose at the end of their practice as a transition into relaxation or meditation. But it also can be practiced earlier in your practice if you are feeling fatigued or your lower back is stiff or tight, such as after a long airplane flight. – Judith Lasater
- Revolved Abdomen Pose is practiced with straight legs, requiring very strong abdominals.
- Bent knee and one-leg variations with or without propping offer tension release without the strength required of the straight leg version.
- This pose and its variations “are especially beneficial for learning to elongate the spine without having to lift against the gravitational pull, as we do in seated twists.” (Rama Jyoti Vernon)
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