When it comes to yoga, the crescent moon pose is an excellent stretch that really exerts the whole body. This stretch is commonly used in classrooms full of children because it allows a full-body stretch, without requiring a lot of space.
Below we’ve taken a quick look at how to do the Crescent moon pose.
How to Do the Crescent Moon Pose
Step One
Start in mountain pose, then raise your hands above your head with your palms pressed together.
Step Two
Slowly bend your body to one side, palms still together. Then return to straight.
Step Three
Slowly bend your body to the opposite side, palms together. Then return to straight.
Step Four
Lower your arms and return to mountain pose.
Summary
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