Twisted Chair Pose. Lower Back, belly and Neck

Twisted Chair Pose. Lower Back, belly and Neck

Twisted Chair Pose is considered a base pose as twisted chair pose variations can be derived from this pose. Twisted Chair Pose helps boost energy in the body and hence can be included in flow yoga sequences.

Here are the steps to performing Chair Pose With Twist:

1) Stand tall with legs together and inhale to reach arms straight up overhead.

2) As you exhale sit back over your heels until knees are at a 90 degree angle.

3) Pull hands in a prayer position into your chest as you slide your shoulder blades down.

4) Hold while you inhale and as you exhale twist your left elbow across your knees. Press your elbow against the outer edge of your right knee. Be sure to keep your heart above your hips. Hold and breathe for 30 seconds.

5) Return hands to center and switch sides.

Watch the video and follow it!

Anatomy

Twisted Chair Pose benefits the following muscles and hence can be included in yoga sequences with the corresponding muscle(s) focus:
Lower Back
Middle Back
Biceps and Triceps
Hamstrings
Hips
Neck
Psoas
Quadriceps