How to Do the Balancing Half Moon Pose with a Yoga Block

Balancing half moon pose is a challenging posture. It not only helps to improve balance, but it also I a great stretch for the chest and shoulders. Typically this posture is done with one hand on the floor, however that variation is hard for most yoga students to do. Below are instructions to get into this posture using a yoga block and a wall for support. As you continue to practice you will eventually work up to doing this pose without the wall and block.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Stand up straight with your back against a wall. Hold the yoga block in your right hand the long way.

2. Turn your right foot out. Start to tip to the right moving from the waist. Use the wall for support.

3. Lift your left leg straight up with the toes pointed. Keep the knee straight and facing forward. Try to lift the left leg up so it is level with your hip.

4. Lower the block down to the floor and place your right palm flat on the block. Lift your left hand straight up to the ceiling with the palm facing forward.

5. Hold for five to ten deep breaths. Your gaze can be straight ahead or up at the left hand. Looking up is more challenging for your balance. Try to slowly come away from the wall.

6. To come out of this posture, tighten the abdominal and waist muscles and use them to help you lift back up to standing.Repeat on the other side.

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