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[[File:Parivrtta Ardha Chandrasana.png|thumb|right|''Parivrtta Ardha Chandrasana'']]
'''Parivrtta Ardha Chandrasana'''<ref name="Parivrtta Ardha Chandrasana"/> is an Asana. It is translated as '''''Revolved Half Moon Pose''''' from '''Sanskrit'''. It is a twisting variation of Ardha Chandrasana. the name of this pose comes from '''parivrtta''' meaning '''revolved''', '''ardha''' meaning '''half''', '''chandra''' meaning '''moon''', and '''asana''' meaning '''posture''' or '''seat'''.
==Effects==*Be careful while doing this pose if you have any spinal injuriesRevolved Half Moon Pose has so many awesome benefits. The twisting motion in your torso massages the internal organs and detoxifies the body — stimulating digestion and your metabolism. Gotta love that!* It really challenges your balance and mental focus. It strengthens the whole body — from the ankles, up the calves and quads, the glutes, abs, lower back muscle,s and arms. It simultaneously stretches the side body, hamstrings, calves, groin and spine.* On a deeper level, high blood pressureit reduces anxiety, hamstring injuriesstress, or ankle injuriesand sluggishness thanks to how it elevates your heart above your head. <ref name="Effects"/>
==Related Asanas==* [[Ardha Chandrasana]] ==Special requisites==It is essential to practice this pose correctly to avoid injury. * If you are suffering from a neck injury, it might be a good idea to use a thickly folded blanket to support the head.* You must ensure your spine is absolutely straight while practicing this asana to avoid any kind of injury.* Pregnant women and women who are menstruating must avoid practicing this asana.* People suffering from high blood pressure and knee injuries should also avoid this asana. ==Initial practice notes== == References ==
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<ref name="Parivrtta Ardha ChandrasanaTechnique">[https://enwww.wikipediayogaoutlet.orgcom/wikiguides/Parivrtta_Ardha_Chandrasana how-to-do-revolved-half-moon-pose-in-yoga "wikipediaMethodology"]</ref> <ref name="Effects">[https://www.doyouyoga.com/how-to-do-revolved-half-moon-pose-20544/ "Health benefits"]</ref>
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==External Links==
* [https://www.yogajournal.com/practice/to-the-moon Parivrtta Ardha Chandrasana on yogajournal.com]
* [https://www.yogauonline.com/yoga-practice-tips-and-inspiration/yoga-teacher-training-parivrtta-ardha-chandrasana-revolved-half Parivrtta Ardha Chandrasana on yogauonline.com/]
* [http://yogalily.com/parivrtta-ardha-chandrasana-revolved-half-moon-pose/ Parivrtta Ardha Chandrasana on yogalily.com]
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