Introduction
The Sanskrit name for this pose, "matsyasana", comes from two
words:
"matsya" -
meaning "fish",
"asana" -
meaning "posture".
This pose is also called fish pose in English . Also, when Yogi looks like a fish. It is believed that if you do this mudra while on the water it will make your boat. Matsyasana is a back bending yoga asana that opens the chest, throat and abdomen. It is commonly used as Sarvangasana as it neutralizes pressure on the neck and spine, but it is also a deep stretch with many benefits in its own right.
It is very important that your
stomach is completely empty before doing Matsyasana.
How to do Matsyasana
- First of all, lie down on your back,
keeping in mind that your feet remain connected and your hands should be
comfortably attached to the body.
- Place your palms under the hips, palms
facing the ground.
- Now try to bring the elbows closer to
each other.
- Kick your feet.
- Thighs and knees will remain flat on the
floor.
- While inhaling, lift the chest
upwards. Raise the head also upwards, but keep in mind that the upper
part of the head will keep touching the ground.
- The entire body weight will be on the
elbows and not on the head.
- As the chest rises, there will be slight
pressure on the muscles of the shoulders.
- Stay in this position for as long as you
feel comfortable. Keep the breathing rate normal.
- Breathe out and return to the old
position.
- First of all, lift the head and then
bring the chest back to the ground. Straighten the legs and
relax.
- Its duration is 30 to 60 seconds.
Although the best time to do this
asana is in the morning, but this asana can also be practiced in the
evening.
Benefits of Matsyasana
- Stretches the chest
and neck
- Helps relieve tension
in the neck and shoulders
- Provides relief from
respiratory disorders by encouraging deep breathing
- It stretches
the intestines, liver, pancreas, bladder and other abdominal organs
thereby improving their functioning and functionality.
- Reduces blood supply
to the legs and redirects it to the reproductive and pelvic organs.
- Also dilates the
carotid artery, improving supply to the brain and face. The
reproductive system improves due to increased blood supply.
- Tones the abdominal,
thigh and intercostal muscles.
- It is helpful in
asthma and bronchitis. It opens the chest and lungs.
- Helpful in curing
piles.
- Increases circulation
in the back which helps in back pain and cervical spondylitis.
- Enhances the immune
system due to its effect on the thymus gland. Loosens the spine and
prevents rounded shoulders.
- Relaxes the legs and
prepares them for the meditation pose.
- This asana is also known to eradicate
some other diseases from the root like,
- Constipation
- respiratory diseases
- mild backache
- fatigue
- Anxiety
Precautions
- Should not be used by
people suffering from high blood pressure, heart disease, hernia or ulcer.
- Should be avoided
during menstruation and pregnancy.
- Avoid this posture if
you have high or low blood pressure.
- Migraine and insomnia
patients should also avoid doing fish pose.
- People who have suffered severe lower back injuries are advised not to practice this mudra.
- Avoid this pose if you have a neck or back injury or a headache.
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