Yoga How to - Revolved Head to Knee Pose (Parivritata Janu Sirsasana)

Yoga How to: Parivritata Janu Sirsasana, Revolved Head to Knee Pose Physical sensations might be a stretch in the side body (posterior deltoids, QL, lats, obliques, outer hip of bent knee), and a stretch in the hamstrings and/or calves of the straight leg. There is a spinal twist involved so there is core work involved. The quads of the straight leg should remain active to support the pelvis. There should be no pain in the knees. If there is pain in the knees, modify the pose. Benefits: improves digestion, stimulates the nervous system with the movement and position of the spine, creates more room in the rib cage for more lung expansion