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'''Matsyendrasana''' is an asana. It is translated as '''Lord of the Fishes Pose''' from Sanskrit. | '''Matsyendrasana''' is an asana. It is translated as '''Lord of the Fishes Pose''' from Sanskrit. | ||
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The half-variation of Matsyendrasana is Ardha Matsyendrasana. Matsyendrasana as a full expression of the pose is performed with legs in full lotus position. | The half-variation of Matsyendrasana is Ardha Matsyendrasana. Matsyendrasana as a full expression of the pose is performed with legs in full lotus position. | ||
Matsyendrasana is also known as Purna Matsyendrasana, meaning "full" or "complete" lord of the fishes pose. | Matsyendrasana is also known as Purna Matsyendrasana, meaning "full" or "complete" lord of the fishes pose. | ||
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== Benefits == | == Benefits == | ||
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#Increases spinal flexibility | #Increases spinal flexibility | ||
#Stimulates the internal organs of the torso. | #Stimulates the internal organs of the torso. | ||
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== Cautions == | == Cautions == | ||
Revision as of 14:16, 14 December 2016
Matsyendrasana is an asana. It is translated as Lord of the Fishes Pose from Sanskrit.
The name of this pose comes from "Matsyendra" referring to a Hindu sage, and "asana" meaning "posture" or "seat". The half-variation of Matsyendrasana is Ardha Matsyendrasana. Matsyendrasana as a full expression of the pose is performed with legs in full lotus position. Matsyendrasana is also known as Purna Matsyendrasana, meaning "full" or "complete" lord of the fishes pose.
Benefits
- It stretches the hips
- Increases spinal flexibility
- Stimulates the internal organs of the torso.
Cautions
- Be careful while doing this pose if you have ankle, knee, hip, spinal, neck or shoulder injuries.
