This variation of the low lunge pose helps in stretching out the thighs, groins and also opens up the muscles in the chest.

low lunge pose

POSE INFORMATION

GENERAL INFO

Name in Sanskrit: Anjaneyasana

Difficulty: Easy

POSE BENEFITS

N/A

POSE CAUTIONS

Avoid doing the low lunge if you have heart problems

PREPARATORY POSES

FOLLOW-UP POSES

Anjaneyasana

HOW TO PRACTICE THIS ASANA

ONE

Starting from a Downward facing dog position, and on the next exhale, move the right foot in front, and place it in the middle of your hands.  

Then align your right knee above your heel, then move the left knee in a downward direction, while holding your right knee in a fixed position, move the left smoothly till you start feeling a relaxing stretch in your left front thigh and  the  groin. 

Rotate the top of the left foot towards the floor. 

TWO

On an inhale, raise your torso to an upright position,  and at the same time, move the arms out, and place them on the side, then, 90° to the ground.

Pull the tailbone downwards,  then raise the pubic bone upwards, towards the navel. From the firm position of your shoulder blades against your back torso, raise your chest.

THREE

Move your head backwards, then look up carefully,  minding the back of your neck, and making sure not to jam it. Stretch out both pinkies upwards.

Stay in this position for one minute, and with another exhale, move your torso towards your right thigh, while moving the hands towards the floor.

Then turn your back toes under  On the next exhale,  raise the left knee from the floor, and return to Adho Mukha Svanasana.

Do the same for your left foot, and hold the position for the same number of minutes.

HOW TO DO THE LOW LUNGE POSE (Anjaneyasana)

BEGINNERS TIP

As a beginner, you can perform the low lunge with better balance by facing a wall while performing the pose.

Left the toe nail of your front foot press against a wall,  and while you stretch out your arms upwards, place the tips of your fingers on the wall.

Benny Martica

Benny Martica, a certified Hatha Yoga teacher based in Argentina, is a dedicated and passionate advocate of yoga’s transformative power. With a deep commitment to mindfulness and holistic wellness, she empowers her students to find balance and well-being through the practice of yoga. . Her mission is to inspire others on their path to personal growth and self-discovery.