Poses
Low Lunge
Anjaneyasana · ahn-jah-nay-AHS-anna
Standing · beginner
Glossary: Anjaneyasana
Pronunciation
How to
- From downward dog, step right foot forward
- Lower left knee to mat
- Stack right knee over ankle
- Lift torso upright
- Reach arms overhead
- Gaze forward or up
Benefits
- Opens hip flexors
- Strengthens legs
- Stretches groin
- Improves balance
Caution
- Knee injury (use padding)
Variations
- Hands on front thigh
- Backbend variation