Yoga Practice Name
Ardha Chandrasana
English Name
Half Moon Pose
Yoga Practice Branch
Ashtang Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga
Practice Level
Yoga Practice Type
Yoga Asana Type
Ashtang Yoga Category
Asana
Hatha Yoga Category
Asana
Steps and Description
- Stand erect with the feet about a metre apart.
- Stretch the arms sideways and bend to the right, while bringing the left leg upwards taking care not to bring the body forward.
- Place the right hand on the right foot, keeping the two arms in line with each other.
- Look up at the left hand in the final position. Return to the upright position with the arms in a straight line.
- Repeat on the opposite side, bringing the right leg upward.
Practice Keynotes
- Don't bring the weight on your hand touching the ground.
- Keep your straight and stretched.
Cautions and Limitations
- Avoid this practice if you are suffering from any back pain.
- Go gently into the final position.
- Avoid facial contortions and excessive shaking of the body.
- Proceed carefully and only under expert guidance.
- At the slightest sign of discomfort, reduce the duration of practice and, if necessary, discontinue the practice for the day.
- Practice should never be rushed.
Contraindications
- Avoid this practice if you are suffering from any back pain.
- Go gently into the final position.
General Benefits
- Strengthens ankles, knees, legs and back
- Improves the respiratory system
- Stretches shoulders, calves and thigh muscles
Benefits for Disease
Depression, Eating disorders
Body and Organ Affected
Neck, Shoulder, Arm, Armpit, Forearm, Back, Ankle, Waist, Abdomen, Hip, Leg, Thigh, Knee, Foot
