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Matsyendrasana
मत्स्येन्द्रासन
Advancedtwist
Target Muscles
obliquesspine rotatorship rotatorsshoulders
Benefits (4)
- + Deepest seated twist
- + Named after sage Matsyendra
- + Stimulates all abdominal organs
- + Complete spinal rotation
Avoid If (4)
- - Spinal injuries
- - Knee injuries
- - Hip injuries
- - Pregnancy
About
Matsyendrasana (Full Lord of Fishes) is the complete seated twist with one leg in lotus, deeper than Ardha Matsyendrasana.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1. Sit in Dandasana.
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2. Bend left leg — left foot beside right hip.
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3. Right foot on top of left thigh — like lotus (foot on thigh).
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4. Inhale, lengthen spine.
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5. Exhale, deep twist to the right.
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6. Left arm outside right knee — hold right big toe.
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7. Right hand behind back — touching waist.
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8. Chest fully open, gaze behind.
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9. Hold 5-8 breaths.
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10. Other side.