Warrior I Pose (Virabhadrasana I)
Directions: From Downward-Facing Dog Pose, lunge your left foot forward and place it between your hands.
Lower your right heel to the ground if possible then turn the right foot in 45 to 60 degrees. If not possible, stay in a high lunge with the heel off the ground.
Keep your left knee bent, bring your torso upright, raise your arms overhead. Press down firmly with the back foot while squaring the front of your pelvis as much as possible to the wall in front of you. Keep your shoulder blades drawn down and your low belly in and up, reach through your arms. Hold for five to 10 seconds, return to Downward-Facing Dog.
Repeat on the other side. When you're finished, return to Downward-Facing Dog for three breaths. Next, walk your feet between your hands and stand upright.
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