What is Low Lunge Pose?

Low lunge pose, or anjaneyasana in Sanskrit, is a beginner's pose that stretches the hips and groins. From downward-facing dog the practitioner steps one foot between the hands and lowers the back knee to the floor. The hands remain on the floor throughout the pose.

Instructions

• Begin in downward facing dog.
• Exhale and step the right foot between the hands. Align the ankle under the knee. Lower the back knee to the floor and untuck the toes.
• Rest the hands on either side of the front foot.
• Breathe while holding the pose.
• Tuck the back toes under. Exhale and step back to downward facing dog. Change sides.

Cautions

• Avoid if there is knee injury

Benefits of Low Lunge Pose

• Strengthens the gluteus and quadricep muscles
• Stretches the hips and groins
• Eases sciatica pain
• Stimulates the reproductive and digestive organs