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Matsyasana Padmasana
मत्स्यासन पद्मासन
Intermediatebackbend
Target Muscles
chestneckspine extensorship flexors
Benefits (4)
- + Deep chest opener
- + Stretches the throat and neck
- + Stimulates thyroid
- + Traditional counter-pose for Sarvangasana
Avoid If (4)
- - Neck injuries
- - Knee injuries (Padmasana)
- - Lower back injuries
- - Cervical spondylosis
About
Matsyasana in Padmasana is Fish Pose performed in Lotus — chest arched up, crown on floor, hands holding toes.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1. Sit in Padmasana.
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2. Using hands for support, slowly recline backward.
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3. Arch the back — lift the chest up.
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4. Place the crown of the head on the floor.
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5. Hold the big toes with the hands (in Padmasana).
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6. Elbows on the floor or lifted — according to ability.
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7. Deep stretch in the throat and chest.
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8. Hold for 5-8 breaths.
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9. Release hands, lift head, slowly come up.
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10. Release Padmasana.