Counter‑Stretch Benefits of Matsyasana Following Sarvangasana and Halasana

During shoulderstand and plow, the posterior muscles of the neck and spine are pulled tightly, often leading to stiffness. Matsyasana reverses this tension by arching the back and lifting the throat, offering a gentle back‑ward bend that releases the accumulated strain. This counter‑stretch improves spinal flexibility, eases neck stiffness and helps maintain muscular equilibrium.