Crescent Moon Pose Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hip Flexors
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Yoga
- Primary Muscle
- Hip Flexors
- Secondary Muscles
- Gluteus Maximus, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 3
- Alternate Names
- Anjaneyasana
How to: Crescent Moon Pose
- Start in a standing position and take a large step back with your right foot.
- Bend your left knee and keep your right leg straight and extended back.
- Raise your arms overhead while lifting your chest towards the ceiling.
- Hold the pose, feeling the stretch in the hip flexors and thighs.
- To exit, simply reverse the steps and switch to the opposite side.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the hips drop rather than keeping them aligned.
- Straining the neck by looking up too much while holding the pose.
- Not engaging the core, which can destabilize the pose.
Modifications
- Use a block under your hand if you cannot reach the floor.
- Knees can be bent if flexibility is limited.
Tips
- Maintain a straight line from your fingertips to your back heel.
- Engage your core to keep your balance and provide support.
- Breathe deeply and hold the pose without straining.
Crescent Moon Pose Alternatives
Tags
yoga
stretching
flexibility
hip opener
core strength
balance