Sage Marichi I Pose Marichyasana Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hip Flexors
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Stretching
- Primary Muscle
- Hip Flexors
- Secondary Muscles
- Spine, Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Marichyasana I, Sage Twist
How to: Sage Marichi I Pose Marichyasana
- Begin in a seated position with your legs extended.
- Bend your right knee and place your right foot on the floor outside of your left thigh.
- Inhale and lengthen your spine.
- Exhale and twist your torso to the right, placing your left elbow against your right knee.
- Hold the pose, maintaining a long spine and deep breathing.
- Hold for 30 seconds, then switch sides.
Common Mistakes
- Overarching the lower back.
- Allowing the shoulders to hunch.
- Forgetting to breathe during the pose.
Modifications
- Perform the pose seated in a chair if flexibility is an issue.
- Use a strap around the foot to facilitate the stretch.
Tips
- Ensure your back is straight to avoid strain.
- Engage your core to maintain balance during the pose.
- Hold the position without holding your breath.
Sage Marichi I Pose Marichyasana Alternatives
Tags
yoga
hip flexibility
spine
stretching
core
intermediate