Warrior II: Virabhadrasana II | Traditional
Benefits
Builds strength, mobility, and breathing awareness with steady alignment. Particularly helpful for finding steadiness.
Props
No-props
Hold Time
5 to 8 breaths
Cautions
Practice within a pain-free range. Reduce depth or use props for knee, low back, neck, wrist, or shoulder sensitivity.
Entering Warrior II
Step into a wide stance and turn the front foot out. Turn the back foot in slightly and bend the front knee over the ankle. Stretch both arms out to the sides and look over the front hand. Take a steady inhale to create length, then use the exhale to settle into the final shape.
Exiting Warrior II
Straighten the front leg and lower the arms. Turn the feet back to parallel or change sides. Pause in a neutral position for a moment before continuing.