Parsvottanasana Modification (Intense Side Stretch Posture)
48s
Move into position by coming all the way to the destination with a confident, speedy move. Reach outwards through the spine from pelvis through head, skillfully come forward stabilizing the legs and rotating the spine to the right. Touch chin to shin.
Promote shoulder flexibility by keeping the shoulders rolled back, the elbows lifted and the hands pressing together evenly. Steady the feet and legs, keep the hips firmly back and grounded, reach through the spine and release the torso down onto the front leg. Stay! Study the position with total absorption in order to find the sublime edge that is required to pass through the secret gate to a middle position between opposing pairs, free of affliction. Modify the arms by clasping the elbows in Standing Side Stretch Posture.