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Ardha Chandrasana with Block
अर्ध चन्द्रासन ब्लॉक
Beginnerstanding
Target Muscles
glutescorestanding leg quadriceps
Benefits (4)
- + Makes Half Moon accessible
- + Block provides stability
- + Builds standing balance
- + Iyengar teaching method
Avoid If (2)
- - Ankle injuries
- - Severe balance issues
About
Ardha Chandrasana with block — the standard beginner-accessible version with block under the hand.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1. Come into Trikonasana.
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2. Place block 1 foot ahead of front foot.
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3. Bend front knee slightly.
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4. Front hand on block.
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5. Lift back leg to hip height.
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6. Top arm toward ceiling.
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7. Chest open, hip stacked up.
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8. Gaze up or forward.
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9. Hold 5-8 breaths.
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10. Lower leg, other side.