Ardha matsyendrasana information in english

ardha: “half” matsya: “fish” endra: “king” āsana: “posture” Introduction Ardha Matsyendrasana (ARE-dah M0T-see-en-DRAH-Suh-nuh) keeps the spine elastic, aligns the vertebrae, and retains the side-to-side mobility of the vertebrae while relieving muscular problems in the back and hips. This pose also removes adhesion in the joints caused by rheumatism, increases synovial fluid in the joints, and tones the spinal nerve roots and the sympathetic nervous system. This pose squeezes the vagus nerves and the root of the autonomic nervous system. The Half Lord of the Fishes Pose is a seated twist. This asymmetrical pose stretches and strengthens all of the muscles in your back and torso. Yoga has been shown to help people with type 2 diabetes by improving their blood glucose levels. The latest Muscle Focus Half Lord of the Fishes Pose focuses on several muscles such as • Biceps and Triceps • Gluteus • Core (External and Internal Obliques) • Arms and Shoulders • Spine Erectors Ideal For Health Conditions • It improves the alignment of the spine. • Stimulates Vagus nerve. • Aids digestion. Benefits of Ardha Matsyendrasana or Half Lord Of The Fishes Pose 1. Helps to Align the Spine Practicing this pose helps to align the spine correctly, it can help to correct rounded shoulders, and it is great for people who have minor slip disks (Herniated Disk). 2. Stretches the Spine The spinal twist in this pose stretches all of the muscles along the spine, which can help relieve tension and imp...

(with support , eg. Folded blanket between buttock and foot; against wall (LOY 307 (wrapping arms around knee-308 – arm outside thigh)– Siva explained to his consort, Parvati, the mysteries of yoga. A fish nearby listened the entire talk and remained motionless. Siva sprinkled water on the fish so he gained a divine form and became Matsyendra who thereafter spread the knowledge of Yoga. Geometry: The left leg is bent so the knee stetches out in front and I sit on the inner sole of my foot. The right leg is bent as in Maricyasana and the foot crosses over the left thigh. The left armpit is on the outside of the right knee as in Maricyasana III and the chest is lifted and turned towards the right. Actions: First Teaching: a. Sitting on the foot with the other leg in Maricyasana Sit in Dandasana Bend the left knee and keep the calf adjacent to the thigh. Lift the seat and place the left foot underneath the buttocks. The left foot is horizontal, outer edge of the foot and little toe must rest on the ground. Bend the right leg in Maricyasana. Place the left buttock on the left heel and the right buttock on the big toe side of the left foot. Balance. Note: In this sitting position, adjusting the seat on the arch of the left foot is important. This relieves one from foot pain and dissolves the calcaneal spurs. b. Sitting on the foot and crossing the Marichyasana leg Cross the right leg OVER the left thigh and place it on the outer side of the bent knee, closer to the left leg. Ke...

Ardha matsyendrasana (ARE-dah MOT-see-en-DRAHS-ah-nah) is an approachable twist that opens the shoulders and chest. A good antidote for too much sitting and symptoms that come with overusing technology, half lord of the fishes pose has the ability to increase energy in the body while also stoking the digestive fire in your belly. Philosophy + Origin Matsyendra is often recognized as one of the original founders of hatha yoga in yogic mythology. He was said to be a baby who was thrown into the ocean after his parents rejected him. The story of Matsyendra reminds us that it’s often the parts of our personal stories we don’t like or don’t want to accept that can be the most beneficial, especially on the path to becoming a yogi or yogini. Rather than conceptualizing the twist to be a purge of what is unwanted or unnecessary, think of the detoxification as a purification, an opportunity to take what was once viewed or understood as “bad” and transform it into something that is helpful on your personal journey. ADJUSTMENTS/MODIFICATIONS: • Place a folded blanket under your hips to create space to lengthen the spine. • Option to extend the bottom leg forward rather than bending. This is a great variation for tender knees. • Option to hug the bent knee rather than bringing the upper outer arm outside the opposite thigh. • Option to bind the arms by clasping the hands behind your back. STEP-BY-STEP: • Begin seated on your mat with both legs extended out in front of you (dandasana)....