Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana (Revolved Head-To-Knee Pose)

Parivrta Janu Sirshasana is derived from Sanskrit words ‘Parivrta Janu Sirsha’ means ‘Revolved side angle’ or ‘knee-head’ and ‘asana’ means ‘pose’. It is basically an intermediate level asana. Moreover, it involves a good amount of stretch, that provides flexibility. This is basically a twisted version of the normal Janu Sirsasana. There is a lot of stretching and twisting involved, as a part of the asana. Additionally, there is a folding motion as well. It targets several body parts, including the spine, arms, hamstrings, and the legs.

How To Do It?

⦁ You have to start in the Dandasana.
⦁ Open the right leg out to one side. Bend the left knee and bring the heel in contact with the groin.
⦁ You have to use the sitting bones to ground yourself, and extend the spine up through the crown of the head as you inhale. Engage your outstretched leg. As you exhale, twist the upper body and take a side bend toward the right leg.
⦁ Squeeze your lower ribs inside, and gently rotate your ribcage upwards.
⦁ Bring the right elbow towards the right knee and rest it on the floor.
⦁ Raise the left arm and bring it over the top of the head. Then, take hold of the right foot with both hands.
⦁ Slightly tuck the chin inwards into the arm cavity and turn the head towards the ceiling.
⦁ Stay in the same manner for a few deep breaths. Release yourself from the reverse order.
⦁ Stay in the Dandasana and repeat on the other side.

Benefits of Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana (Revolved Head-To-Knee Pose)

This is one of the most effective asanas, which target multiple body areas. Let us find out more about the benefits.
⦁ If you practice this asana on a daily basis, you will get a lot of strength.
⦁ The practice of this asana opens up the chest muscles as well as the hip muscles. This helps the muscles to gain an increased supply of oxygen and food.
⦁ If practiced on a regular basis, this asana stimulates the abdominal organs. The kidneys and liver experience a lot of pressure, in this form. So, they start performing at their optimum levels.
⦁ The stomach also starts releasing digestive juices actively. Thus, improving digestion.
⦁ If you practice this asana regularly, you will lose a lot of belly fat.
⦁ The asana also involves the twisting of the upper body and the opening of the chest. This action improves the lung capacity.
⦁ It also promotes active glandular secretion. Your neck muscles are also exercised. Thyroxine secretion is at its maximum.
⦁ You will also be benefitting the reproductive organs, if you practice this asana on a regular basis.
⦁ This asana also acts as a stress buster.

Contraindications

⦁ If you are suffering from an upset stomach, you must not practice this asana.
⦁ If you suffer from Asthma, then also you cannot do this asana.
⦁ If there is some injury in the hips, knees, back, and shoulders, then you must avoid this asana.
⦁ Pregnant women must not do this asana.

for more info about Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana (Revolved Head-To-Knee Pose) you can visit best yoga school in india and join 100 hour yoga teacher training in india and 200 hour yoga teacher training in india