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This twist is dedicated to Bharadvaja, a hero from the Yoga zone youtube Mahabharata. Purpose: To improve a critical range of motion in the spine and stretch the Yoga zone youtube outer parts of the hips as well, one at a time. Contraindications: Absolute: pregnancy. Relative: herniated nucleus pulposus, total hip replacement, colostomy. Props: A yoga mat and a folded blanket. Avoiding pitfalls: Use enough support under your hips to orient your pelvis vertically without tipping back and place both knees on the floor. Sit next to the blanket with your legs folded under you. Move your hips to the right, settling your right hip onto the corner of a folded blanket.
