Extended Side Angle vs Gate Pose
Compare benefits, difficulty, and safety.
Extended Side Angle (Utthita Parsvakonasana)
Wide stance, front knee bent, arm to floor or block.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Primary benefit: Side stretch
Safe for 50+: No
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Gate Pose (Parighasana)
Kneeling with one leg extended, side bend.
Difficulty: Beginner
Primary benefit: Side stretch
Safe for 50+: Yes
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