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Virabhadrasana II

Warrior II

Warrior II
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Muscle Groups

QuadricepsGlutesAdductorsShouldersCore

A wide-legged standing pose with arms extended in opposite directions and a deep front knee bend, cultivating strength and openness.

Alignment Cues

  • 1.Front knee bends to 90 degrees directly over the ankle
  • 2.Back foot parallel to the short edge of the mat
  • 3.Arms extend at shoulder height, palms down
  • 4.Gaze over the front fingertips
  • 5.Sink the hips low while keeping the torso upright

Benefits

  • +Strengthens legs and ankles
  • +Opens hips and chest
  • +Builds stamina and concentration
  • +Stretches groins and inner thighs

Muscle Groups

QuadricepsGlutesAdductorsShouldersCore

Contraindications

  • Knee injury
  • Hip injury
  • High blood pressure
  • Neck problems