Half Moon Pose Degree of Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced
How to Strike It: From Crescent Pose, lower your right fingertips to the floor, six inches in front of your right pinky toe. Extend your left arm up. Open the chest as much as you can, so that the head, hips, shoulders, and heels are in alignment. After several breaths, bring your left hand to the floor and step back into a lunge.
Butt Benefits: Because you're trying to find your balance with this pose, it forces your butt and core muscles to engage to keep you upright. The stretching/muscle-building combo keeps you from getting bulky. Ingber suggests using a wall for balance if needed. For a little extra challenge, raise fingertips from the mat."
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