Revolved Crescent Lunge
Parivritta Ashta Chandrasana · परिवृत्त अष्ट चन्द्रासन
Revolved Crescent Lunge
Parivritta Ashta Chandrasana · परिवृत्त अष्ट चन्द्रासन
Standing
Level
Advanced
Body
Standing
How to practice
Lengthen your spine in the lunge before turning your chest. Lower and pad the back knee.
Benefits
Builds leg endurance and balance while training controlled rotation through the torso.
Who should avoid or modify
- Keep the front knee aligned with the toes and lower the rear knee if needed. Do not lever the twist with the elbow; avoid closed abdominal compression during pregnancy.
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