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About this Practice
Fish Pose — the traditional counter-pose to Shoulderstand, opening the chest after the compression of the throat. Stimulates the thyroid and parathyroid and opens the lungs fully.
How to Practise
- 1
Lie on back, legs extended.
- 2
Tuck hands under the buttocks, palms down.
- 3
Press elbows and forearms into floor.
- 4
Lift the chest and arch the upper back, letting the head drop back.
- 5
Hold 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Benefits
- ✓Counter-pose to Sarvangasana
- ✓Stimulates thyroid and parathyroid
- ✓Opens lungs and chest
- ✓Stretches the neck and throat
- ✓Relieves congestion
Health Goals Addressed
⚠️ Cautions & Contraindications
High blood pressure. Migraine. Serious neck or back injury.
Want to learn this under guidance?
All practices in this library are taught systematically at Nibedita Yoga Training Centre.