Yoga Poses · Twist

Seated Twist

Ardha Matsyendrasana

A seated rotation with one knee bent and crossed over, the opposite elbow hooked outside it, twisting deeper on each exhale.

• CategoryTwist
• LevelBeginner
• Default hold30 seconds per side
• BreathInhale tall, exhale to twist
• PositionSeated

Benefits

Stretches the outer hip and gently rotates the spine.