Yoga Practice Name
Virabhadrasana
English Name
Warrior Pose
Yoga Practice Branch
Ashtang Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga
Practice Level
Yoga Practice Type
Yoga Asana Type
Ashtang Yoga Category
Asana
Hatha Yoga Category
Asana
Steps and Description
- Stand straight and take a few deep breathes.
- Stretch the right leg back as far as possible.
- At the same time, bend the left knee, keeping the left foot on the floor in the same position.
- Lift the arms and stretch them upwards and fold them, the weight of the body should be supported on both hands, the left foot, right knee and toes of the right foot.
- The head should be tilted backward, the back arched and the inner gaze directed upward to the eyebrow centre.
- Hold the position as long as you can and come back into the starting position and relax.
Practice Keynotes
- Hands should be straight and equally stretched.
- The knee of the forwarded leg should be in 90 degree.
Cautions and Limitations
- Avoid facial contortions and excessive shaking of the body.
- Proceed carefully and only under expert guidance.
- At the slightest sign of discomfort, reduce the duration of practice and, if necessary, discontinue the practice for the day.
- Practice should never be rushed.
Contraindications
- People with any knee or any other injury should not practice this asana.
General Benefits
- Stretches the thighs and calves.
- Improves the respiratory system.
- Strengthens the thighs, calves, ankles and arms.
- Energizes the body.
Benefits for Disease
Depression
Body and Organ Affected
Shoulder, Elbow, Arm, Chest, Armpit, Forearm, Back, Ankle, Waist, Abdomen, Hip, Leg, Thigh, Knee, Foot, Hand
