Virabhadrasana III - Warrior III Pose

Virabhadrasana III - Warrior III Pose

STEPS : Initiate standing in the mountain pose and take a deep breath.  Bring the right foot forward, shifting all the bodyweight to it. Taking a deep breath in, raise your arms, opening the fingers, and stretch the arms upwards to the ceiling. Exhale and lift the left leg up to the hip level. Along with lifting the left leg, the arms will come down. Keep them parallel to the ground. Align the left leg with the torso. Keep the right leg firm and strong.  The body will be represented in a T-form. Look at the ground, keeping the eyes fixed to a particular point helps in maintaining the balance. Hold the posture for 2–3 breaths. Now begin raising the arms along with taking the left leg back to the wall. Bring the arms down and relax in mountain pose for 2–3 breaths.

Benefits of Virabhadrasana III - Warrior III Pose

  • Strengthens the ankles and legs
  • Strengthens the shoulders and muscles of the back
  • Tones the abdomen
  • Improves memory and concentration
  • Encourages better posture and better
  • Invigorates and energizes