Ardha Kati Chakrasana

1. Stand erect with feet close together, hands along the thighs, fingers stretched out. 
2. While inhaling, slowly raise the right arm side ways up above the head until the arm touches the ear, palm facing left.
3. Bend slowly on the left-side, slide the left palm down as far as possible along the left leg. Exhale as you bend. Raised hand should not bend at the elbow. Knee straight. Breathe normally. Maintain for about a minute.
4. Return to position 2 inhaling completely. Bring the hand down to 1st position.
5. Repeat on the left side, by bending towards the right.

ADVANTAGES: This gives a good lateral bending to the spine and helps in keeping it flexible and healthy. Also improves the liver function.