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How to do Chandrakantasana (Moonstone Pose) Yoga Posture
Chandrakantasana is a graceful yoga posture that enhances balance, flexibility, and spinal strength. This asana helps in toning the legs and core muscles while improving overall body coordination and focus.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Perform Chandrakantasana
- Stand straight in Tadasana (Mountain Pose) with feet about hip-width apart and arms relaxed beside your body.
- Inhale and raise both arms, extending them parallel to the floor.
- Exhale and bend forward from the waist, keeping your spine straight. Place your right hand on the floor beside your right foot.
- Lift your left leg slowly upward until it is parallel to the ground, creating a 90-degree angle with the supporting leg.
- Inhale again and bend the left leg backwards, reaching your left hand to hold the left foot or thumb.
- Gaze upward or forward to maintain balance. Hold this pose for 5-6 deep breaths.
- Exhale gently, release the left foot, lower the leg, and return to the standing position.
- Repeat the same steps on the opposite side.
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Benefits of Chandrakantasana (Moonstone Pose)
Strengthens the arms, shoulders, and forearms.
Promotes mental calmness and focus.
Enhances core stability and waist balance.
Improves spinal flexibility and posture.
Tone thighs and abdominal muscles, helping reduce fat.
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Therapeutic Uses (Indications)
Helps relieve stress, anxiety, and mental fatigue.
Beneficial for arm and shoulder strengthening.
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Contraindications
Difficulty maintaining breath-body coordination.
Hernia, kidney stones, or chronic abdominal pain.
Arthritis or severe joint pain.
Spine injuries or recent abdominal surgeries.
Arm or shoulder injuries.
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Who Can Practice Chandrakantasana?
Suitable for beginners to intermediate yoga practitioners aged 14 to 50 years.
Should be done under the guidance of a yoga instructor for proper alignment.
Who Should Avoid?
You are above 60 years, have balance issues, or are pregnant.
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