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Yoga- Parivrtta Ardha Chandrasana-Revolved Half Moon Pose (Twist)

Aztec Recreation · 1:15

In this practice

Key teachings

  • Precision and alignment in asanas
  • Use of props for support and depth
  • Mindful engagement in balancing poses
  • Foundation and stability in standing poses

Ideal for

  • Practitioners familiar with basic standing poses
  • Those looking to deepen their balancing skills
  • Individuals wanting to strengthen core and legs
  • Students interested in precise alignment (Iyengar method)

Lesson

Instructions

A standing balance twist that strengthens the legs and core taught in the Iyengar method. Instructor: Stanley (Stan) Williams. Model: Amy Bekken Schiller.

Steps

  • Parivrtta Ardha Chandrasana (Revolved Half Moon Pose)
  • Use of yoga blocks for support
  • Standing balance poses
  • Twisting poses

Benefits

  • Strengthens legs and ankles
  • Strengthens core muscles
  • Improves balance and coordination
  • Increases spinal mobility and detoxification
  • Enhances focus and concentration

Transcript

so now reverse revolve the trunk come down take the block with the left hand good have a little closer to your foot now she's going to step in and step out and place the block just about a foot in front of the big toe M on a slight angle towards me and she's going to keep the back leg she's going to lift the back leg and revolve the trunk keep the back leg straight the foot is the heel is extending the so of foot and toes are towards the floor both legs are straight on the come out of the pose she's going to bend the standing leg and let the back leg drop down and then she's going to step back bring a block with her and she's going to do parita trosa and then they come out the pose he's going to release the block lift the trunk revolve the trunk towards the center of the room and then turn all 10 toes forward and lift the trunk once again

Practice summary

Level
all levels
Duration
7 minutes
Equipment
yoga matyoga block
Target areas
CoreLegs (hamstrings, quadriceps, glutes)SpineHipsAnkles and feet
Energy
balancing

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