BENEFITS OF ARDHA MATSYENDRASANA / HALF-SPINAL TWIST

Half Spinal Twist is one of those yoga poses that can be demanding for beginners. However, with practice, the pose can be mastered with comfortable ease. Here is how you do Half Spinal Twist to enjoy its health benefits. 

How To Do Half-Spinal Twist

• Sit down with your legs stretched forward.
• Bring your left foot over your right leg and place in on the outer side of the right thigh.
• Bring your right heel closer to the left buttock by folding the leg. Let the right leg be on the ground.
• Now turn the upper part of your body towards your left and slide your left hand behind your back towards your right side and hold the left ankle.
• Raise your right hand over the left knee and place your right palm on the right knee.
• After returning to position, repeat the same with the alternate leg and hand.

Duration: Hold the pose for 30 seconds.

Benefits of Half-Spinal Twist

• Reduces tummy fat
• Twists the spine and energizes the body
• Enhances the performance of spinal cord and addresses nervous disorders
• Benefits women by addressing menstrual disorders
• Improves hip flexibility and blood circulation in the pelvic region
• Relieves low back pain as well as upper back pain

Note

Though Half Spinal Twist is a great pose for spinal cord, people with spinal cord problems should practice the pose with caution. Refrain from pushing yourself hard.