17/02/2025
Asana anytime:
Warrior 1: virabhadrasana 1
This pose incorporates opposing movements that work together to create a combination of strength and length.
You will stretch the hips, ankles, calves, hip flexors and shoulders, and strengthen the thighs, spine and arms.
Warrior 1 how to:
step left leg back and press heel to floor (foot is at an oblique angle)
bend your right knee no further than 90 degrees, knee over ankle
Drawer the right hip back slightly while energising the left hip forward (left psoas stretch).
Raise your arms above your head and clasp your hands or press palms together. Slide your shoulders blades away from your ears
Eye gaze can be up towards your hands or straight ahead- keep your neck happy!
Hold for 5-10 calm, full breaths.
Repeat other side.
Benefits:
improves strength and flexibility
Improves balance
Improves posture
Helps reduce fatigue by boosting energy
Options:
If there is shoulder discomfort with arms reaching high, rest hands on heart.
Knee pain or muscle fatigue, do pose with less knee flexion of the front knee.
A shorter hold (3-5 breaths) may be useful when starting out. We create a lot of energy in this pose!
Warrior poses can be very strong. Listen to your body and always come out of poses if there is discomfort.
If you have any questions about warrior 1 please DM me for more info at Vida Yoga and Wellness
