Virabhadrasana
I, also referred to as Warrior I or Brave Warrior is a fantastic way to increase
strength and stamina throughout your whole body.
Begin in Mountain Pose. Turn your left foot out to 10:30 and take a big
step forward with your right foot (between 2 and 4 feet depending on your body)
Square your hips and shoulders directly in front.
Bend your right knee directly over your ankle.
Make sure your knee doesn't go past your ankle and place your shoulders right
over your hips so that you are completely vertical. Tuck your tail bone
under slightly and feel the stretch in your left hip flexor.
Your
left leg is straight and your left foot should be firmly planted on the floor
(don't let the lateral edge peel up). Keep your weight evenly distributed between
both feet.
Inhale your arms up and over your head with your palms
facing each other. Exhale and relax your shoulders down away from your ears.
As you advance, bring your palms together ( if you can do so without bending your elbows).
Try to move your arms back so that they are parallel with your ears. Gaze
upward with a smile in your eyes.
Hold the pose for 5 to 20 long, slow, deep breaths.
This heroic pose is referred to as Brave Warrior because
your heart is wide open and exposed and you carry no weapons.
Namaste
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