Revitalize Your Body with Marichyasana: An Energizing Asana

This asana is dedicated to the sage, mariachi. His father was Brahma, creator of the universe, and his grandson was the sun god, Surya, the giver of life. Regular practice of the asana stretches your entire body and rejuvenates it. In addition, Marichyasana increases your level of energy.

Sit on a folded blanket in Dandasana. Bend your right knee, and pull your right foot toward its thigh so that your right heel touches your right buttocks. Keep the toes pointing forward and press the foot down on the floor. Place your palms on the floor beside your buttocks, fingers pointing forward.

Exhale and lift your spine. Turn your torso 90 degrees to the right. Bend the left arm and, moving your left shoulder forward, stretch out against your right thigh. Extend this arm from the armpit to the elbow. This is crucial to the final stretch. Do not allow your left leg to tilt to the left. Your weight should not fall on your right palm.

Press your right ankle on the floor and turn your torso to the right. Push your left armpit against the outside of your right knee. This will help you rotate your torso more effectively. Ensure that you turn from your waist first and then your chest. Exhale and encircle your right knee with your left arm.

Exhale, and lift your right palm off the floor. Take your right arm behind your back. Bend it and bring it towards your left hand. First, hold the fingers, then the palm, and finally, the wrist of your left hand with your right hand. Lift your torso and Rotate further to the right. Turn your head to the left and look over your shoulder. Hold the pose for 20 to 30 seconds l, breathing evenly.

Inhale, and holding your breath, rotate your spine to straighten it. Turn your head to face the front. Release your hands and straighten your leg. Repeat the pose on the other side.

Benefits:

Increase energy level
Tones and massages the abdominal organs
Improve the functionality of the liver, spleen, pancreas, kidneys, and intestines
Reduces fat around the waistline
Alleviates backache
Relievers lumbago

Cautions

Do not practice this asana if you have diarrhea or dysentery. Avoid this pose if you have a headache, migraine, insomnia, or fatigue. Do not practice during menstruation.