Sugarcane Pose

Sugarcane Pose

Ardha Chandra Chapasana · अर्ध चन्द्र चापासन

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Sugarcane Pose

Ardha Chandra Chapasana · अर्ध चन्द्र चापासन

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BalanceBackbend
Level

Advanced

Body

Balance, Backbend

How to practice

Keep the lifted leg straight and low, leaving the foot hold out.

Benefits

Adds a front-thigh stretch and chest opening to the balance and hip strength of half moon.

Who should avoid or modify

  • Use a wall and block before reaching for the foot. Do not pull through knee or shoulder pain; return to half moon if the backbend disrupts balance.

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