Uttita Parsvkonasana in Sanskrit; Uttita - wide, lateral - side, angle - corner and asana - posture; Pronounced as oo-TEE-tah-parsh-vah-cone-AHS-anna. In English it is called Extended Side Angle Pose. Utthita Parsvakonasana is a standing arm pose. Utthita Parsavakonasana can also be referred to as Extended Side Angle Pose. This simple pose provides a range of physical benefits, but is also believed to relieve mental and emotional stress.