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Marichi's Pose

Marichyasana

Marichi's Pose

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

Marichi's Pose Details

Sanskrit Name
Marichyasana
Pronunciation
mar-EECH-YAH-sah-nah
Pose Level
Intermediate
Drishti
Nasagre (Tip of the nose)
Pose Type
Binds, Forward Bends, Seated Poses, Twists
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