Supine Spinal Twist

Supta Matsyendrasana · सुप्त मत्स्येन्द्रासन

Supine Spinal Twist

Supta Matsyendrasana · सुप्त मत्स्येन्द्रासन

TwistSupine

Level

Beginner

Body

Twist, Supine

How to practice

Let your bent knees move gently to one side while your back stays supported. Make the twist small enough that both shoulders can soften.

Benefits

Gently explores trunk rotation and stretches the back and outer hips while lying down.

Who should avoid or modify

Support the knees on a cushion and keep the twist small. Do not force both shoulders down; modify with back symptoms or if flat lying is uncomfortable during pregnancy.

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Supine Spinal Twist

Supta Matsyendrasana · सुप्त मत्स्येन्द्रासन

Supine Spinal Twist

Supta Matsyendrasana · सुप्त मत्स्येन्द्रासन

TwistSupine

Level

Beginner

Body

Twist, Supine

How to practice

Let your bent knees move gently to one side while your back stays supported. Make the twist small enough that both shoulders can soften.

Benefits

Gently explores trunk rotation and stretches the back and outer hips while lying down.

Who should avoid or modify

Support the knees on a cushion and keep the twist small. Do not force both shoulders down; modify with back symptoms or if flat lying is uncomfortable during pregnancy.