Feature Pose: Matsyendrasana
Published in Sweat Equity Magazine, Special Edition 2016 Yoga postures are typically named after objects or life forms found in nature (think Vrksasana [Tree] and Bhujangasana [Cobra]); sacred animals (“go” is Sanskrit for “cow,” which is holy in Hindu religions); and legendary saints, heroes, or warriors who were celebrated for their unique skill or supernatural power (think Virabhadrasana 1, 2, and 3 [the Warrior poses]). Matsyendrasana falls into the lattermost category an