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Compass Pose
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Parivrtta Surya Yantrasana
par-ee-VRIT-tah SOOR-yah yahn-TRAH-suh-nuh
Parivrtta = Revolved, Surya = Sun, Yantra = Instrument, Asana = Pose
Surya Yantrasana
Advanced
Sacral, Solar Plexus
Hip Opener
Overview
Compass Pose combines flexibility and focus, opening the side body and hamstrings.
Square hips, support knees, relax jaw and breathe into hips.
Empowerment, fluidity, and strength
Strengthens obliques and opens side body and shoulders.
Stimulates digestive system, improves spinal rotation and hip flexion.
Cue pelvic grounding, breath awareness, and gradual depth.
From seated, hook one leg over arm. Hold foot with opposite hand. Extend leg and twist open.
Use props under hips or blocks for support; reduce range of motion as needed.
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