Lying Twist

Sanskrit Name:	Supta Matsyendrasana I
Similar Pose Names:	Prasarita Merudandasana, Jathara Parivrtti, Supta Parivartanasana,Supine Twist
Category:	Seated & Floor
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Membership Category:	Yoga Lesson Planner
Sub Category:	Seated & Floor
Types:	Stretch, Twist, Hip Opener, Seated & Floor, Restorative, Supine
Anatomy:	Hamstrings, Hips, Knees, Lower Back, Middle Back, Neck, Psoas
Chakras:	Base, Sacral Centre
Therapy:	Arthritis, Back Pain, Constipation, Fatigue, Herniated Disc, Indigestion, Poor Posture
Drishti:	Side
Dosha:	Pitta, Kapha

Lie on back. Raise right leg up and roll it over to left side (foot touches floor). Spread legs wide. Put left hand on right thigh for leverage. Twist head to right. Switch sides.

Releases lower back. Opens tight shoulders. Improves digestion. Quiet Mind. Eases sciatic pain.

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