Marichi's Twist

Marīcyāsana III

Marichi's Twist
⇄ both sides
CategoryTwists TypeStretch LevelIntermediate Hold30 sec MusclesBack, Core BreathingInhale to grow tall, exhale to twist

How to do it

  1. EnterSitting with your legs straight, bend one leg and place that foot close to your pelvis. Twist toward your bent leg, hugging the knee with your opposite arm or hooking your elbow outside it.
  2. HoldStraight leg active, foot flexed. The twist begins at the base of your spine and rises upward. Shoulders relaxed.
  3. ExitSlowly return to center and switch sides.

Benefits

A deep twist that tones the abdominal organs.

Cautions

  • Spinal disc herniation
  • Pregnancy

This site is for general information and is not medical advice. If you have pain, an injury, a chronic condition, or are pregnant, check with a qualified professional before practicing.

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