Side Plank Pose variation is the full expression of side plank, the vertical side balancing asana. This pose is commonly practiced in Iyengar classes and Side Plank Pose variation photos are popular on both Twitter and Instagram as the pose captures the power and grace of the yogasana in all its glory. One tweet read, Vashishtasana marries strength and flexibility. In addition to being a great big heart opening pose, Side Plank Pose variation strengthens arm, back and core.

Begin from plank pose. Shifting the weight of your body onto the right arm, extend the left arm along the left side of the body. Keep the body straight and slowly roll onto your right side, supported by the right hand, arm and outside of the right foot. Raise the left leg perpendicular to the floor and bend the knee towards the chest. Reach the left hand to the inside of the foot and take hold of the big toe with two index fingers. Straighten the knee and extend the leg, upward. Turn the gaze towards the toe. To exit the pose, bend the knee and release the toe hold. Lower the left leg and hand to the floor and return to plank. Repeat other side.