Impact of Chandranamaskar (Moon Salutation) on Health and Psychological Well-Being: A Case Series

Abstract

Yoga enhances physical, psychological and spiritual well-being through integration of body, mind and spirit. Chandranamaskar (Moon Salutation), a vital part of yoga follows a sequence similar to Suryanamaskar and draws on lunar energy to cool, relax and replenish the body. The current case series involved documenting the impact of Chandranamaskar on health and psychological well-being in healthy individuals. Three female participants practiced 12 rounds of Chandranamaskar for 5 days a week for 4 weeks. The Goldberg’s 30-item General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-30), Brief Self-Control Scale (BSCS) and the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) were assessed before and after the intervention period. All participants showed improvement in post-intervention assessments compared to baseline, indicating the beneficial effects of Chandranamaskar on health and well-being. Further research is warranted to elucidate the benefits of Chandranamaskar and its underlying mechanisms.