Yoga Warrior Pose I, II, III (Virabhadrasana)Yoga Warrior Pose series strengthen the legs, opens the hips and chest and stretch the arms and legs. They also improve your balance and concentration.
Benefits1. Stretches the chest, shoulders, neck, belly and groin muscles. 2. Strengthens the shoulders and arms, and the muscles of the back. 3. Strengthens and stretches the spine, thighs, calves, and ankles. 4. Practicing the body balance.
Instructions
PreparationStand in mountain pose. Then exhale and apart your legs 3-4 feet. Turn your right foot to the right and turn your left foot slightly to the right.
Variation I1. Inhale and bend your right knee until your right tight parallel to the floor. Stretch your left leg. Gradually raise the arms up. Keep your spine and your arms straight. Look at the ceiling. Stay in the position for 5-7 breathes.  Variation II2.From Yoga Warrior Pose I, inhale and stretch the arms out parallel to the floor. Keep your spine and your arms straight. Look in front of you. Stay in the position for 5-7 breathes.  Variation III3. From variation II, inhale and stretch the both arms in front of you parallel to the floor while gradually raise your left leg up backward parallel to the floor. Try to balance the body and keep your right leg straight supporting your weight. Now your arms, spine and left leg are forming a line. Look in front of you. Stay in the position for 5-7 breathes. Release and return to mountain pose. Go back to Standing Yoga Poses
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