Ardha Chandrasana (Half Moon Pose) — Overview — for Yoga Teachers, Yoga Therapists, Health & Wellness Coaches, Holistic Healthcare Providers
About this Asana Digest
Poses
Ardha Chandrasana (Half Moon Pose) and related poses such as Ardha Chandrasana Chapasana (Half Moon Bow Pose / Sugarcane)
Objective
Become knowledgeable about the pose and review detailed teaching considerations.
Description
Explain the Sanskrit naming; contraindications and cautions; associated benefits and typical effects; instructions and cues for setting up and practicing the pose; variations to meet particular intentions and needs; and more teaching considerations.
Prerequisite Knowledge
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Ardha Chandrasana
ARE-duh chun-DRAHS-anna
“ardha” = half
“chandra” = brilliance, moon
Half Moon Pose
“The Sanskrit word Chandra also refers to the qualities of brilliance or shine of the moon… A lightness and freedom can be experienced in this pose as if you can radiate in all directions.” – Marla Apt link
Heart of the Pose
- Balance
- Twists Torso
Joint Actions
- Standing leg: internal rotation; knee extension
- Lifted leg: hip external rotation, knee extension, ankle dorsiflexion
- See also: Joint Movements & ROM
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