Low Lunge Yoga Pose Anjaneyasana I Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hip Flexors
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Stretching
- Primary Muscle
- Hip Flexors
- Secondary Muscles
- Glutes, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Anjaneyasana, Crescent Lunge
How to: Low Lunge Yoga Pose Anjaneyasana I
- Start in a standing position and step your left foot back into a lunge.
- Lower your back knee to the ground.
- Raise your arms overhead, palms facing each other.
- Hold the position for several breaths, feeling the stretch in your hips.
- Switch legs and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the front knee extend past the toe.
- Not engaging the core muscles.
- Holding the pose with tense shoulders.
Modifications
- Place a block under your hands for additional support.
- Lower your back knee to the ground for comfort.
Tips
- Keep your front knee directly above your ankle.
- Engage your core to maintain balance.
- Breathe deeply and relax your shoulders.
Low Lunge Yoga Pose Anjaneyasana I Alternatives
Tags
yoga
stretching
hips
flexibility
beginner
core