Virabhadrasana I - Warrior I Pose

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STEPS :

1. Begin standing in the centre of your mat. Step your right foot four feet in front of you, your foot parallel to the sides of the mat, and your toes pointing to the top of the mat.
2. Bend your right knee into a lunge, with ankle stacked over heel. Your left leg should be straight behind you with the left foot turned in at approximately 45 degrees.
3. Raise both arms above your head, keeping them straight. Squeeze shoulder blades down and together, lifting your chin and gazing at your palms overhead.
4. Stay here for 2-4 deep breaths, then repeat on the left side.

Benefits

• Strengthens your shoulders, arms, legs, ankles and back.
• Improves focus, balance and stability.
• Encourages good circulation and respiration.
• Stretches your arms, legs, shoulders, neck, belly, groins and ankles.
• Energizes the entire body.

Who Can Do

Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime.