Parighasana or The Gate Pose

Parigha = an iron bar or beam used for locking or shutting a gate.

Benefits

• Stretches the sides of the torso and spine
• Stretches the hamstrings
• Opens the shoulders
• Stimulates abdominal organs and lungs

Contraindications and Cautions

With any serious knee injury, kneeling might be difficult or impossible. In this case, perform the pose sitting on a chair. Arrange your legs either in front of your torso, with knees at right angles, or stretch one leg out to the side, mimicking the full pose.

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