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Yoga Pose of the Week: Warrior 1

Updated: Feb 6, 2021

Sanskrit name: Virabhadrasana

Related Chakra: Muladhara or Root Chakra

Chakra chant: LAM

Benefits: Strengthens legs, hips, abdomen, back, neck, ankles, knees, shoulders, improves balance and concentration, expands the chest for easier breathing

How to:

  • Start by standing at the top of your mat. Inhale.

  • Exhale, step your left foot back behind you, keeping your heels in line, turn your left foot 45 degrees to the left.

  • Keep your torso facing forward.

  • Inhale, reach both arms up to the sky, palms facing each other.

  • Exhale, bend your right knee, bringing your thigh parallel to the floor, knee over ankle.

  • Hold the pose for 3 - 5 breaths.

  • Inhale, straighten your leg.

  • Exhale, step feet together and release your arms.

  • Repeat on the right side

  • Avoid this pose if you have high blood pressure or heart problems..

Warrior 1 Yoga Pose_Circlegoddess Designs

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