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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Exercise
Warrior pose is a yoga pose which makes your body strong and your mind focused.
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Start in Mountain pose, step one foot forward, bend the front knee and keep your back leg straight, which helps your balance.
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From Warrior I, open your hips and shoulders sideways, stretch your arms out like wings, and look over your front hand.
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Shift weight on the front leg, lift the back leg straight, and stretch arms forward, making your body like a straight line.
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Make sure your front knee is above the ankle and your hips are facing forward, which keeps the pose safe and strong.
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Breathe slowly and deeply while holding the pose, a sit helps your focus and balance.
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You should avoid letting your chest fall, your back leg bend, and your knee go too far forward.
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This pose stretches your hips, strengthens your legs and core, and builds courage and focus.
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You can use a wall or yoga blocks for support, which makes it easier to hold the pose safely.
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Practising the warrior pose regularly makes your body strong and your mind calm, just like a true warrior.
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