Extended Side Angle keeps the front knee bent like Warrior 2 while the torso leans over the front leg and the top arm reaches long. It strengthens the legs and stretches the side of the body.
How to do Extended Side Angle
- From Warrior 2, lean your torso over your front thigh.
- Rest your forearm on your front thigh, or bring your hand to a block or the floor.
- Press your elbow into your knee and your knee into your elbow.
- Reach your top arm up or over your ear.
- Roll your top shoulder open.
Common mistakes
- Dumping weight into the forearm on the thigh.
- Letting the front knee fall inward.
Make it easier
- Keep your forearm resting on your front thigh.
Practice Extended Side Angle in a free class
66 of Erin's classes include Extended Side Angle. These are the most practiced. The time shows where it comes up.
Vigorous Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class (30 min)
Detox Flow 45 min Yoga Class
20 Min Energizing Flow Yoga Class
Constant Flow Yoga Class - 30 Minutes
60 Min Fun Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class
15 Minute Flow Yoga Class
Full Body Hold & Flow Yoga Class
40 Minute Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class
Creative Vinyasa Flow with Flamingo Yoga Class
Twist & Bind by the Ocean Yoga Class
Power Flow with Advanced Balances Yoga Class
Short & Sweet Vinyasa Flow Yoga ClassMove within what feels right for your body, and check with your doctor if you have an injury.
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