Sage Pose Twist
Marichyasana III · मरीच्यासन III
Sage Pose Twist
Marichyasana III · मरीच्यासन III
SeatedTwist
Level
Intermediate
Body
Seated, Twist
How to practice
Keep the bent foot grounded and lift through your spine. Leave the other leg straight and hug the knee gently.
Benefits
Practices comfortable spinal rotation and stretches the outer hip while maintaining an upright seat.
Who should avoid or modify
- Lengthen upward before turning and avoid pulling with the arms. Skip deep twisting with back pain; during pregnancy, use an open twist that does not compress the abdomen.
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