
Hatha
Yoga: The Yoga of the Physical Body.
Matsyasana:
The Fish Pose; Variation 1 & 2.
Matsyasana;
Variation 1.
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Sit with the
legs stretched forward.
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Fold one leg
placing the foot on the opposite thigh.
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Slowly bend backward,
utilizing the elbows for support and lower the crown of the head to
the floor.
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Hold the foot
of the bent leg with both hands.
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Accentuate the
arch of the back.
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Remain in the
final pose for a comfortable length of time and then return to the
starting position.
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As an alternative,
rest the back of the head on the floor instead of the top of the head.
Matsyasana
Variation 2.
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Stretch both
legs straight in front of the body.
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Lean backward
and rest the top of the head on the floor.
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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.
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