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Crescent Lunge: Anjaneyasana | Traditional

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Benefits

Builds strength, mobility, and breathing awareness with steady alignment. Particularly helpful for feeling steady and present.

Props

No-props

Hold Time

5 to 8 breaths

Cautions

Practice within a pain-free range. Reduce depth or use props for knee, low back, neck, wrist, or shoulder sensitivity.

Entering Crescent Lunge

Step one foot forward and keep the back heel lifted. Bend the front knee over the ankle. Rise up and lift the arms overhead with the torso upright. Take a steady inhale to create length, then use the exhale to settle into the final shape.

Exiting Crescent Lunge

Lower the hands and step the back foot in or return to a lunge. Come back to standing or prepare to switch sides. Pause in a neutral position for a moment before continuing.