What is Marichi’s Pose?

Marichi's pose, or Marichyasana, is a pose dedicated to the sage, Marichi, who was the son of Hinduism's creator god, Brahma. It's a seated posture in which one leg is outstretched and the other bent. The yogi wraps the outer arm around the leg, clasping the hands behind the back, and folds into a forward bend.

Instructions

• Sit with your legs outstretched, then exhale and bend your left knee. Place your left foot near your left buttock.
• Inhale and reach your left arm around your left leg. Clasp your hands behind your back.
• Exhale and twist to the left, then fold forward.
• Breathe while holding the pose.

Cautions

• No known cautions.

Benefits of Marichi’s Pose

• Improves blood flow to abdominal organs
• Stretches the spine
• Improves flexibility in the legs
• Relieves constipation