Half Moon Pose Ardha Chandrasana
Description
This exercise involves standing on one leg while extending the other leg and torso parallel to the ground, creating a half-moon shape with the body. It requires balance, strength, and flexibility in the legs, core, and hips.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Half Moon Pose Ardha Chandrasana Instructions
- Begin in a standing position with your feet hip-width apart.
- Step your left foot back about 3-4 feet and turn it out at a 45-degree angle.
- Bend your right knee and shift your weight onto your right foot.
- Place your right hand on the ground or a block on the inside of your right foot.
- Extend your left leg straight out behind you, parallel to the ground.
- Flex your left foot and engage your left leg muscles.
- Extend your left arm straight up towards the ceiling, creating a straight line from your left fingertips to your left heel.
- Keep your gaze towards the ground or up towards your left hand.
- Hold for several breaths, then release and repeat on the other side.
Half Moon Pose Ardha Chandrasana Form & Visual
Half Moon Pose Ardha Chandrasana Benefits
- Strengthens the legs, ankles, and feet
- Stretches the groins, hamstrings, and calves
- Opens the hips and chest
- Improves balance and coordination
- Helps to relieve stress and anxiety
- Can improve digestion and relieve constipation
Half Moon Pose Ardha Chandrasana Muscles Worked
- Gluteus Maximus
- Quadriceps
- Hamstrings
- Abdominals
- Obliques
- Spinal Erectors
- Shoulder Stabilizers
Half Moon Pose Ardha Chandrasana Variations & Alternatives
- Half Moon Pose
- Ardha Chandrasana
