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Marichi C — Manomithra

Asanaintermediate

Marichi C

Marichyasana C

Marichi C

Marichi C — a twist practice for a intermediate student. Its focus is spinal rotation.

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Instructions

Begin in a stable starting position.
Establish comfortable alignment.
Enter the posture slowly.
Maintain a pain-free range and relaxed face/jaw.
Breathe smoothly throughout.
Hold for the starting duration.
Exit slowly and return to neutral.

Reviewer’s notes

Increase hold gradually or progress to the next listed variation only when the current version is controlled and pain-free.

Details

Type: Asana
Difficulty: Intermediate
Category: Twist
Pacing: repeated
Orientation: seated
Duration: 45 seconds
Hold: —
Repetitions: 2 × 1 rounds
Breathing: Inhale to prepare or lengthen; exhale gently into the posture; maintain smooth breathing.
Side: —

Primary focus

Spinal rotation

Demonstration

How to do Marichyasana C | Sage Pose in Ashtanga YogaDavid and Jelena Yoga · Watch on YouTubeA reference from another channel. It was not made or reviewed by Manomithra, so check it against the instructions on this page and against a teacher.

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