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Bharadvaja's Twist

Bharadvajasana

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Bharadvaja's Twist (Bharadvajasana) is a beginner seated twist. Gentle spinal twist, accessible.

Sage line drawing of Bharadvaja's Twist

How to cue it

  1. Shins to one side
  2. Twist gently toward the top leg
  3. Lengthen spine first

At a glance

Drishti
Over shoulderWhere the eyes rest.
Family
Seated twist
Level
Beginner
Chakra
Solar Plexus (Manipura)

Take care

Knees, pregnancy.

Counter poses

What to offer after Bharadvaja's Twist to let the body settle.

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