This posture is offered to great
Yogi Matsayendranath, who used to sit in this posture. The original Matsayendrasana
is difficult to practice, hence the variation is Ardha – matsayendrasana.
Technique:
- Sit on the ground with the left leg bent and heel placed besides buttocks.
- The right foot should be then placed near the left knee on the ground.
- The left arm should encircle the knee and the hand should grasp the toes of the right foot.
- The right arm should be taken behind the back around the waist in an attempt to touch the navel.
- Turn your head towards right side and try to look behind.
- This asana should be repeated by using alternate limbs.
Benefits:
- It is useful in the respiratory disorder like in asthma and bronchitis.
- It strengthens the spinal column and the muscle of back.
- It stimulates the facial nerves and blood vessels thus brighten up the face.
- This asana stimulates gastric and other endocrine secretions.
- Very effective for patients who are suffering from diabetes and low back pain.
Cautions:
- Pregnant women are not advised to perform this asana.
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