beginner level

• soft gaze upward
• lengthen the neck
• shoulders in one plane, one above the other
• extension of both arms
• pushing off the floor, stretching upward
• aligning the pelvis, pelvic bones stacked
• chest rotates upward
• kneecap upward
• do not fully extend the bottom leg, do not lock the joint
• active core, do not hang on the arm
• stretch the sides

Ardha Chandrasana strengthens the entire body, requires full concentration and being present in the moment, calms the mind, leading to stress relief or reduction. Beginners are advised to place the supporting hand on a block.