Matsyasana

The Fish Pose

Matsyasana: Variation 1.

• Sit with the legs stretched forward.

• Fold one leg placing the foot on the opposite thigh.

• Slowly bend backward, utilizing the elbows for support and lower the crown of the head to the floor.

• Hold the foot of the bent leg with both hands.

• Accentuate the arch of the back.

• Remain in the final pose for a comfortable length of time and then return to the starting position.

• As an alternative, rest the back of the head on the floor instead of the top of the head.

Matsyasana: Variation 2.

• Stretch both legs straight in front of the body.

• Lean backward and rest the top of the head on the floor.

• Arch the back and place both palms on the thighs.

• Return to the starting position after some time in the final pose.

Benefits for Both Variations.

• As for the basic form but at a reduced level.

Note.

• All other details as for full Matsyasana.