This posture is dedicated to the sage Vasistha. In a Sanskrit language Vasistha means Most Excellent Sage and is the name of a sage in the yoga tradition. The Side Plank is also called the One Arm Balance posture as it involves balancing on one arm and the side of one foot. To keep the posture balanced the torso and legs must be aligned at a 45-degree angle with the floor.

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