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Virabhadrasana- 2

Warrior 2

Virabhadrasana- 2 (Warrior 2) Step-by-step yoga pose guide | Ayushman Yog

Technique:

  • Stand straight, placing your right foot forward and left foot back. Ensure that your right foot is aligned with the long side of the mat and your left foot is aligned with the short side of the mat.

  • Bend the front knee to about 90 degrees, and keep the back      leg straight and strong.

  • Extend the arms sideways as shown in the image, palms facing down, and keep the chest open.

  • Inhale,  and turn your neck towards the right fingers.

  • Hold for 5-10 deep breaths and repeat on the other side.

Complementary Asana: Self-complementary.


Bhava: Aishwarya Bhava.


Benefits and Therapeutic Applications:

  • Beneficial for enhancing postural      integrity and reducing muscular stiffness in the thoracolumbar region.

  • Active engagement of the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and calves contributes to  joint stability, muscle tone, and injury prevention.

  • Targets hip abduction and external rotation with scapular stabilization.

Contraindications:Chronic Knee pain, frozen shoulder, hip injury.



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