Revolving Crescent Lunge

Parivrtta Ashta Chandrasana (par-ee-VRIT-tah ASH-tah chan-DRAHS-anna)

Builds rotational strength through the spine, core, and obliques while challenging balance. Demands sustained concentration as you coordinate breath with twist, integrating stability and rotation.

BackLegs

How to Get Into the Pose

1From crescent lunge with right foot forward, bring your hands to heart center in prayer position and draw your navel toward your spine
2On an exhale, rotate your torso to the right, hooking your left elbow to the outside of your right knee
3Press your palms firmly together to deepen the twist, using the resistance to revolve the chest toward the ceiling
4Keep your hips level and facing forward, back leg strong and engaged, front knee tracking over the ankle
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Modifications

•Lower the back knee to the ground for supported revolving low lunge to reduce balance challenge and allow more accessible rotation
•Place the bottom hand on a block on the outside of the front foot instead of the floor to reduce strain and maintain spinal length
•Keep the top hand at your heart or on your hip rather than extending it overhead to simplify the balance and reduce shoulder demand