Extended Side Angle Pose

Utthita Parsvakonasana

Take a wide stance and bend the front knee. Rest the front elbow on the thigh or the front hand on the floor. Extend the other arm alongside your ear to create a long diagonal from your back foot to your fingertips.

utthita (extended) + parsva (side) + kona (angle) → Extended Side Angle Pose.

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Movement guidance

Preparation
Stand with feet wide and bend your front knee in line with your toes.
Entry and alignment
Support your front forearm on your thigh or your hand on a block. Reach the other arm alongside your ear and lengthen from your back foot to your fingertips.
Hold and breathe
Keep your front knee tracking toward your toes and your lower shoulder away from your ear. Keep breathing comfortably without holding your breath.
Exit and next movement
Press through both feet to bring your torso upright, straighten the front leg and lower your arms.