12. Utthita Parsvakonasana
(Extended Side Angle Pose)

Keeping your legs in the same position from Warrior II, bring your right hand on the ground by your front foot or alternately you can do this pose with your forearm resting on your front thigh. Reach the left arm over your head so as to create a straight line from your feet to your fingertips. Breathe deeply into your lungs as you open the chest by rolling the top ribs back and pressing the bottom ribs forward. Bring your gaze up to your top hand. Stay in this pose for 3 to 4 breaths.