About this Asana Digest

Pose

Marichyasana (Marichi’s Pose) III

Objective

Become knowledgeable about the pose and review detailed teaching considerations.

Description

Explain the Sanskrit naming; contraindications and cautions; associated benefits and typical effects; instructions and cues for setting up and practicing the pose; variations to meet particular intentions and needs; and more teaching considerations.

Prerequisite Knowledge

Asana Digests focus in on teaching specific poses. Please be aware of the groundwork and teaching support here:  Asana Category – Twisting Poses

Marichyasana

mar-ee-chee-AWS-ahnuh
Marici = name of a sage in Indian mythology (or name of a demon who begins to awaken)

Heart of the Pose

• Twist
• Also requires a hamstring stretch, core strength, and openness in shoulders

Various Aspects of Pose May Be Easier or Harder for Each Student

Each of these aspects of the pose asks something specific from the body anatomically, whether it’s length in the hamstrings or a certain amount of openness in the shoulders for binding. One or more of these aspects may come easier or more slowly to you. – David Keil link