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Ardha Matsyendrasana is a Sanskrit word meaning Ardha- Half, Matsyendra- King of fishes.
This post is a part of weight loss yoga poses list suggested by Baba Ramdev.
Steps to perform Ardha Matsyendrasana (Fish Pose):
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Step – 1: Sit erect. Keep your legs together and spread them forward.
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Step – 2: Bend your left leg. Place your left heel beside the right hip.
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Step -3 : Now try placing your right leg over the left leg. And place the right foot near your left knee.
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Place your left hand on your right knee. Now place your right hand behind your back.
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Step – 4: Look over your right shoulder by twisting your waist, shoulder, and chest sequentially.
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Step-5 : Keep your back erect.
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Breathe in and out, holding this pose.
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Then release your hands gently. Come back to the rest position slowly.
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Repeat the same for the right leg.
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Relax.
Benefits of Ardha Matsyendrasana:
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Good for a flexible spine.
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Increases oxygen supply in the lungs.
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Relief in back pain is observed.
