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Low Lunge
Anjaneyasana
Step one foot forward and lower the back knee and shin. Allow the pelvis forward while lifting your torso. Rest your hands on the front thigh or reach both arms overhead.
Anjaneya (son of Anjana, a name of Hanuman) → A lunge associated with Hanuman.
The photo shows a deep backbend with an added hold of the back foot.
This entry explains preparation and movement characteristics. It does not provide a complete practice procedure for the advanced photographed variation. Learn entry and exit directly with a teacher.
Movement guidance
Preparation
Practice supporting the knee and lifting the chest in a basic low lunge first.
Understanding the movement
The pictured variation adds a deep backbend with the back knee down. Its foot hold is not part of the basic low lunge.
Hold and breathe
Keep the front knee tracking toward the toes without forcing the pelvis downward. Keep breathing comfortably without holding your breath.
Exit and next movement
Learn the order of releasing the foot and returning the torso through direct instruction. Prepare within the basic lunge range.
Easier variations and preparation
Pad the back knee with a blanket and rest your hands on the front thigh.
Difficulty refers to the photographed form. Individual experience may differ.
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