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Marichasana

Meaning:   marichi- the name of a sageMarichasana - 1
                   This asana is dedicated to sage marichi

Procedure:
 
 Sit on the floor with legs stretched straight , palms on the floor beside the body.inhaling, fold the left leg up by knee,facing up.as you exhale, take the left hand back and hold the left wrist by right hand.then, bend forward and keep the forehead on the right knee. breathe normally a few times.now,  inhale and come up simultaneously releasing the hands.Exhale and stretch the left leg.similarly, repeat the practise by folding the right knee.

Benefits:
 
  • Prevents paralysis
  • Relieves gastritis
  • Improves functions of the large intestine
  • Reduces fat around stomach
  • Prevents jaundice
  • Improves the functions of spleen and liver
  • Strengthens the bones of the chest


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