Parivrtta Trikonasana

1. Stand with feet 3-4 feet apart, right foot forward, left foot at 45 degrees.
2. Square hips forward, engaging core and lengthening spine.
3. Exhale and rotate torso to the right, bringing left hand toward right foot.
4. Place left hand on floor, block, or shin outside right foot.
5. Extend right arm straight up toward ceiling, stacking shoulders.
6. Keep both legs straight and strong, engaging quadriceps.
7. Twist from the torso, not just the shoulders, lengthening spine with each inhale.
8. Gaze up at raised hand or keep neck neutral.
9. Breathe steadily, then unwind on an inhale and repeat on the other side.