Revolved Abdomen Pose (Jathara Parivartanasana) – Learn This Asana In 3 Easy Steps | Yoga With Nutan

REVOLVED ABDOMEN POSE

Sanskrit Name – Jathara Parivartanasana

Sanskrit Name Meaning – Jathara - Abdomen, Parivartana – Revolve, Asana - Pose

Type of Asana – Supine Yoga Twist Pose

Target Areas – Core

WHAT IS REVOLVED ABDOMEN POSE (JATHARA PARIVARTANASANA)?

Revolved Abdomen Pose (Jathara Parivartanasana) is a supine yoga twist that re-energises the body opening your chest and activating your core.

DO NOT PRACTICE REVOLVED ABDOMEN POSE (JATHARA PARIVARTANASANA) IF:

1. You’ve recently had surgery

BENEFITS OF REVOLVED ABDOMEN POSE (JATHARA PARIVARTANASANA)

1. Strengthens your core muscles

2. Improves circulation throughout your gut and helps with digestion

HOW TO PRACTICE REVOLVED ABDOMEN POSE (JATHARA PARIVARTANASANA) IN 3 EASY STEPS

1. Lie on your back with your knees pulled into your chest. Inhale and exhale slowly. Place your arms straight out on each side at shoulder level. Face your palms up. When you exhale turn your body to your right so that your knees touch your right elbow.

2. Actively stretch your left arm creating a twist. Ground your left shoulder blade.

3. Your abdomen should face your left side whilst your legs should be bent to the right, thus creating opposition and a twist. To exit the asana move your body and bent legs to the centre. Repeat on the other side.