Side bending pose

Side bending pose (Urdhva Hastasana Ardha Chandrasana)

Skill Tree

Technique

  1. Stand tall with feet grounded and reach one arm overhead.
  2. Lengthen your spine, then bend sideways toward the opposite side until you feel a stretch along the long side.
  3. Breathe deeply, then return to center.

Form tips

  1. Keep both feet pressing evenly and your hips still.
  2. Bend straight sideways without twisting.

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Equipment