Virabhadrasana: Learn how to do

Learn how to do Virabhadrasana , a graceful and powerful yoga posture that strengthens and tones the arms, legs and lower back. Find out the benefits, contraindications, variations and FAQs of this asana named after a fierce warrior. Warrior Pose I acts as a great preparatory pose for other poses like Warrior Iii Pose ( Virabhadrasana Iii), Pyramid Pose (Parsvottanasana), Revolved Triangle Pose (Parivrtta Trikonasana), and more. Check out the exciting variations by clicking here. Warrior Pose I is considered a base pose as Warrior Pose I variations can be derived from this pose. Introduction Virabhadrasana is a standing yoga posture with feet apart. Classic Yoga Texts did not mention or describe this posture. It was first mentioned in Yoga Makaranda of Sri Krishnamacharya in the year 1934. Hence, it is a modern yoga pose with an ancient name. Or it might have been a part of traditional yoga practice without any published documentation. This article discusses the meaning of Virabhadrasana , the story behind it, the step-by-step procedure, its benefits, and its ...