Supta Padangustasana-Iyengar Yoga

Blog - Supta Padangustasana

Kathy Cook

Senior Iyengar Yoga Teacher

Length, Rotation & Stability

In this new video, we focus on lengthening and twisting the legs, trunk, and organic body through a thoughtful sequence that blends supine and upright postures.

The practice begins by accessing the hamstrings, legs, and pelvis, using poses like Supta Padangusthasana I and III to stabilize the spine, open the hips, and develop symmetry. As we progress, we incorporate gentle abdominal toning and spinal rotations with postures like Jathara Parivartanasana and Pavanamuktasana to awaken core awareness and stimulate the digestive organs.

We then moves into seated forward bends and lateral stretches—such as Upavistha Konasana and Parsva Upavistha Konasana—targeting the inner thighs, spine, and the abdominal cavity.

Throughout, we combine extension, rotation, and lateral opening to build strength and flexibility in the legs and trunk while enhancing circulation and organ function. This integrated approach supports both structural alignment and internal vitality, leaving you feeling grounded, refreshed, and balanced.

This sequence includes:

Supta Padangustasana I, III (using block, wall, and belt)

Jathara Parivartanasana (variations with wall, block, and full pose)

Pavanamuktasana

Upavistha Konasana (including Parsva, Adho Mukha, and full variations)

Savasana

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