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Latest revision as of 16:16, 13 September 2018
This pose looks like a soldier in the position of war so it is Called as Virabhadrasana (Warrior Pose). Virabhadrasana 2 or Warrior 2 yoga pose is one of the effective yoga poses to strengthen arms, legs and abdomen area.
Contents
Technique
- Stand straight with your legs by keeping distance 3-4 feet between each other.
- Inhale and raise both hands parallel to the ground and turn your head to the right.
- While exhaling slowly turn your right foot at 90 degrees to the right.
- Slowly bend your right knee. Keep in mind that right thigh should be parallel to the ground. Stay in this position for some time. Breathe deeply for 4 times.
- After this come to your original standing position breathe normally. And perform the same steps for left leg by turning head to left.
- Repeat this cycle for 4-5 times.[1]
Effects
- Stretches your hips, groins and shoulders
- Opens your chest and lungs
- Builds stamina and concentration
- Energizes tired limbs
- Stimulates your abdominal organs
- Helps relieve backaches, especially through your 2nd trimester
- Develops balance and stability
- Improves circulation and respiration
- Therapeutic for flat fleet, sciatica, osteoporosis, carpal tunnel and infertility[2]
Related Asanas
Special requisites
These are a few things you must be cautioned about when you do the Virabhadrasana.
- It is best to practice the Warrior Pose II under the supervision of a certified yoga instructor or after consulting your doctor, especially if you have had any spinal disorders in the past or if you have just recovered from a chronic illness.
- People suffering from high blood pressure should completely avoid practicing this posture.
Initial practice notes
Here is a little tip for beginners. When you bend the left knee to a right angle as you get into the pose, bend it quickly with a deep exhalation, and aim to place the inside of the left knee towards the little-toe side of the left foot.[3]
References
External Links
Categories:
- Yoga
- Curative Asanas for - Acidity
- Curative Asanas for - Ankles
- Curative Asanas for - Arthritis of the lower back
- Curative Asanas for - Gall bladder and liver exercises
- Curative Asanas for - Arthritis of the shoulder joints
- Curative Asanas for - Dyspepsia
- Curative Asanas for - Heartburn
- Curative Asanas for - Obesity
- Curative Asanas for - Gastric
