Standing

Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II)

Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II)

How to Do This Pose

  1. Step feet wide apart, front toes facing forward, back toes at 90 degrees.
  2. Bend the front knee to 90 degrees, tracking it over the ankle.
  3. Extend arms parallel to the floor, gaze over the front hand.
  4. Keep the back leg straight and strong. Hold 5-8 breaths.

Benefits

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Strengthens legs, ankles, and feet

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Opens hips and chest

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Builds stamina and concentration

Best For

Building leg strengthOpening hipsImproving balance

Related Poses

Warrior I (Virabhadrasana I)

Warrior I (Virabhadrasana I)

Triangle Pose (Trikonasana)

Triangle Pose (Trikonasana)

Extended Side Angle (Utthita Parsvakonasana)

Extended Side Angle (Utthita Parsvakonasana)

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