Moon Salutation- Chandra Namaskar- Video and Poses

 We all know about Surya Namaskars but not many of us know about Chandra Namaskar. It  helps you in channelizing the lunar energy; which has cool, relaxing, and creative qualities. Chandra Namaskar also stretches the spine, hamstrings, and backs of legs; strengthens leg, arm, back, and stomach muscles.

Chandra Namaskar which is done at the moonrise facing the moon.

The asana is extremely beneficial for health especially when performed during full moon. It has 14 steps that complete half cycle of the pose. Therefore, on International Yoga Day 2021 which is coming on June 21, celebrate your health by practicing this pose. Know its benefits and steps

Moon channel is said to be responsible for your emotions. Therefore, this pose has a lot of emotional advantages. For example, it is good for mental health issues like treating depression, stress, anxiety etc. It also makes one calm and composed.

Chandra Namaskar steps

1. Pranam asana (The Prayer pose)

   2. Hastha Utanasana (Raised arm pose)

   3. Padahastasana (Standing forward bend)

   4. Ashwa Sanchalanasana (Equestrian pose)

   5. Inhale and bend back (Ardha Chandra asana)

   6. Santholanasana (Plank Pose)

   7. Ashtanga Namaskar Asana (Eight limbed salutation)

   8. Bhujangasana (Cobra pose)

   9. Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward dog pose)

   10. Ashwa Sanchalanasana (Equestrian pose)

   11. Inhale and bend back (Ardha Chandra asana)

   12. Padahastasana (Standing forward bend)

   13. Hastha Utanasana

   14. Pranam asana