Yoga practitioner performing Baddha Hasta Parshvottanasana in a modern yoga studio with natural lighting.
Baddha Hasta Parshvottanasana

Baddha Hasta Parshvottanasana

Baddha Hasta Parshvottanasana, also known as Bound Intense Side Stretch Pose, is an advanced standing yoga posture that combines balance, flexibility, spinal alignment, and shoulder opening. This pose strengthens the legs and core while deeply stretching the hamstrings, hips, shoulders, and spine. Commonly practiced in intermediate and advanced yoga sequences, it helps improve posture, body awareness, stability, and concentration.