Marichi's Pose D
Marichi's Pose D
What is Marichi's Pose D?
Marichi's Pose D, or marichyasana D in Sanskrit, is the last of the marichyasana variations in Ashtanga yoga's primary series. It's very similar to Marichi's Pose C but even more challenging as the bottom leg is folded into half lotus. The pose improves circulation to the spine and boosts digestive power.
Instructions
- Begin with the legs oustretched.
- Bend the right leg and place it in half lotus.
- Bend the left leg and place the foot flat on the floor near the left buttocks.
- Exhale and twist to the left. Wrap the right arm around and behind the left leg. Reach the left arm behind and grab hold of the wrist.
- Gaze to the left.
- Breathe while holding the pose.
- Inhale and untwist. Change sides.
Cautions
- Avoid if there is hip or knee injury
Benefits of Marichi's Pose D
- Improves spinal flexibility
- Improves circulation to the spine
- Stretches the hips and knees
- Simulates the abdominal organs and improves digestion
- Builds core strength
Marichi's Pose D Details
- Sanskrit Name
- Marichi's Pose D
- Pronunciation
- mar-EECH-YAH-sah-nah D
- Pose Level
- Advanced
- Drishti
- Right Parsva
- Pose Type
- Binds, Hip Openers, Seated Poses, Twists
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