Ardha Matsyendrasana:- br This Spinal Twist Yoga Pose, which takes its Sanskrit name from the great Yogic Sage Matsyendra, is one of the few Yoga Poses in the Basic Session that rotates the spine.br Most bend the Spinal Column either backward or forward, but to become truly flexible it must be twisted laterally as well. The movement also tones the spinal nerves andbr ligaments, and improves digestion.br br Physical Benefitsbr Increases flexibility in each vertebrae of the spine, from the base of the spine through the neckbr Stretches the back muscles and hipsbr Massages the abdominal organs, helping to relieve constipationbr Breathing becomes more rapid, speeding up circulation and creating an aerobic effectbr Brings more blood flow to the spinebr br Energetic (Pranic) Benefitsbr Helps rouse the Kundalini Shaktibr br Mental Benefitsbr Brings peace of mindbr Helps to cure nervous disordersbr Techniquebr The half spinal twist begins from the child's pose resting position following the bow pose.