Crescent Lunge Twist on the Knee - Anjaneyasana

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STEPS :

1. Start in a standing position with your feet together and arms at your sides.
2. Step your right foot back about 3 to 4 feet, bending your left knee to form a lunge. Lower your right knee to the mat.
3. Inhale and lift your arms overhead, reaching up toward the ceiling.
4. Exhale and twist your torso to the left, placing your left hand on the inside of your left foot. Extend your right arm up toward the ceiling.
5.  Hold the pose for a few breaths, feeling the twist in your torso and the stretch in your hip flexors. To release, inhale and bring your hands to your heart center. Exhale and step your right foot forward to meet your left foot, returning to the starting position

Benefits

• Creates flexible strength.
• Promotes stability in the front and back of the torso.
• Tones the lower body.
• Stretches the chest, lungs, shoulders, arms, neck, belly, groins (psoas) and the muscles of the back.
• Strengthens and stretches the thighs, calves and ankles.

Who Can Do

Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime.