Half Lord of the fishes pose or Ardha Matsyendrasana is the most elegant pose with solid benefits. Well, this is the only asana that twists the spine and it involves technique in three stages, which completes the fish pose.
The inhalation and exhalation in this asana is co-ordinated in such a way that it cleanses your bronchial tubes thereby proving to be helpful in asthma. As the twist in the asana originates in the belly it is recommended for obese, and those suffering from a liver, kidney, spleen and other digestive disorders. It makes your shoulders and neck more flexible and it also opens the hips thereby helping pregnant women during delivery.
But patients who have suffered from spinal injuries Ardha Matsyendrasana, will add swing to your tail bone. By doing a few twists in a singular pose one can actually cure oneself of chronic diseases. Read More