Ardha Chandrasana is a variation of Ardha Chandrasana or the Half-moon position.
- In Sanskrit, Ardha Chandra means "half Moon."
- This asana is shaped like a half moon.
- Regular practice improves your attention span.
- It also helps with coordination and reflexes.
- Its deep stretch strengthens the paraspinal muscles, keeping the spine supple and aligned.
BENEFITS
- The vertebral joints are rotated and flexed, keeping the spinal muscles supple.
- Backache is relieved by toning the lumbar and sacral spine.
- It corrects shoulder misalignment.
- It aids in the relief of sciatica.
- Circulation in the foot is improved.
- Gastritis and acidity are relieved.
- Corrects a uterus that has prolapsed.
- If done against a wall, this is the only standing asana that relieves tiredness.
PRECAUTIONS
- If you experience stress-related headaches, migraines, eye strain, varicose veins, diarrhea, or sleeplessness, avoid this asana.
- Do not gaze up at your lifted arm if you have hypertension.
- Keep your eyes straight forward.
PROPS - WALL AND A WOODEN BLOCK
- The wall provides support and aids with head and neck alignment.
- For individuals with tight backs who can't reach the floor, the wooden block makes the posture simpler.
INSTRUCTIONS
1 Place a block in Tadasana, which is a brief pose.
- Place the wall where you want it.
- Take a deep breath and stretch your feet 3.5 feet (1 meter) apart.
- Raise your arms over your head to shoulder level.
2 Turn your right foot in, slightly to the right, parallel to the wall, foot and out to turn the right, left foot in, slightly to the right.
- Place your right hand on the block and bend your right knee.
- Raise your left arm in the air.
3 Straighten your left leg till it is level with your right leg parallel.
- Raise your hands to the floor.
- Maintain a straight line between your left and right arms.
- Your left hand's back should rest on the wall.
- Your left hand should make contact with the wall.
4 Look up at your right foot, thigh, left thumb, and hip.
- Maintain your alignment.
- Instead of relying on your right arm for balance, use your right leg.
- Hold the position for a total of 20 seconds.
- On the opposite side, repeat the position.
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