Warrior Two - Do You Know What to Do?

We are warriors for Christ

Benefits of Warrior Two:

• Strengthens and stretches the legs, arches of feet and ankles.
• Stretches the groin, chest, lungs and shoulders.
• Stimulates abdominal organs and circulation.
• Increases stamina and lung capacity.
• Increases muscular endurance.
• Relieves backaches, especially through second trimester of pregnancy.

Warrior Two Step-by-Step:

Step one:From a Standing Wide Leg Straddle raise arms parallel to the mat, actively reach out to each side and palms down.
Step two: Turn back foot out 90 degrees lining up the heel of the front foot with the arch of the back foot.
Step three: Bend into the front knee bringing it inline with the toes and over the heel.
Step four: Lengthen and tighten through the back leg, tail bone tucks under and sink into the pose.
Step five: Back leg and front leg should be equally active.
Step six: Lengthen through the top of the head, draw shoulders back, arms slightly relaxed and gaze through the front center finger.

Note – To energize the arms, turn palms up to Heaven and press toward the sky with the palms.

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This is an excerpt from our guide to self-care, Christian Yoga: Restoration for Body and Soul.