Kneeling Half Pyramid

Sanskrit Name:	Ardha Parsvottanasana
Similar Pose Names:	Kneeling lunge variation,Kneeling forward bend one leg straight,Kneeling forward fold one leg straight,Kneeling intense side stretch,Half pyramid kneeling
Category:	Standing
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Membership Category:	Yoga Lesson Planner
Sub Category:	Standing
Types:	Arm Balance, Balance, Strengthen, Stretch, Hip Opener, Prone, Standing, Object
Anatomy:	Arms & Shoulders, Biceps & Triceps, Core, Hamstrings, Hips, Knees, Lower Back, Psoas, Wrists & Arms
Chakras:	Base, Sacral Centre, Solar Plexus Centre
Therapy:	Confidence Building, Leg Congestion, Varicose Veins
Drishti:	Tip Of Nose
Dosha:	Pitta, Kapha

From Downward Facing Dog step right foot forward between hands. Hands either side of right foot. Left knee on ground. Lift chest. Look up. Move between bent and straight leg. Repeat with left foot forward.

Stretches legs, groin, hip flexors. Strengthens thighs, buttocks.

Knee injury.

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