Parivrtta Ardha Chandrasana

Revolved Half Moon Pose

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Revolved Half Moon Pose demonstrated on a yoga mat
Right-side demonstration

How to do Revolved Half Moon Pose

  1. Set your left palm or fingertips beneath your left shoulder for support.
  2. Spread your weight across your right heel and the base of your right toes.
  3. Keep your right knee facing your toes without locking it backward.
  4. Reach your left leg back at about hip height.
  5. Lengthen your chest forward before adding more rotation.
  6. Turn your chest toward the right without swinging your lifted leg sideways.
  7. Keep your gaze on the floor to steady your head.
  8. Turn your chest toward the floor while keeping your left hand supported.

Variations

Rest your left hand on a block to give your spine more room. Turn your gaze right only if your balance and neck remain comfortable.