21 June
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Matsyasana

Matsyasana

Known as the Fish Pose, the Matsyasana is a relatively easy asana to perform and practice, and is a great step for Yoga novices. Just like a fish purifies the water body it lives in by ridding the water of its dirt, this asana is meant to improve our blood purity levels.

How to Go About It
  • Lie with your stomach up, and keep your feet together. Hands should be kept alongside the body in a relaxed manner.
  • Bring your hands under your body and place them underneath your hips. Remember to place the palms facing downwards. The elbows too, should not be too far from each other.
  • Elevate your chest, and at the same time, allow the head to bend backward, and let it touch the floor.
  • The legs and thighs should be made to stay on the floor, and the chest should be lifted using the strength of the elbows, and not the head.
  • Hold this final pose, and breathe steadily.
  • Once you think you have done enough, lift your head and lower your chest, and bring your hands back to the sides.
The Benefits
  • Neck and chest muscles are stretched and strengthened.
  • A lot of tension is released from the neck and shoulder region.
  • The parathyroid, pineal and pituitary glands are toned wonderfully with the Matsyasana.
  • Proper practice of this asana can provide significant relief from a host of respiratory issues.
  • Promotes posture improvement.
Safety Measures
  • Sufferers of low or high blood pressure should avoid the Matsyasana.
  • Insomnia and migraine patients are also recommended to not try this asana without the supervision of a Yoga expert.
  • People who have recently injured their necks or lower backs should also not practice this asana.
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