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How to do the Warrior II Pose in Ashtanga Yoga

By Kate Russell, eHow Editor

Warrior II Pose

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Among the more popular poses in Ashtanga Yoga are the warrior poses. There are three poses, which are all different, but work together in unison for a full body workout. In this article, you will learn how to perform the 2nd of these poses, called Warrior II.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

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Doing the Warrior II Pose in Ashtanga Yoga

Step 1

Start with your body in Tadasana and your feet about three to four feet apart.
Step 2

Turn your right foot about 90- degrees and your left foot about 25-degrees. The right heel should be lined up with the back of your left foot and your right knee with the right ankle.
Step 3

Lift your arms to the side up to your shoulder height and face your palms down.
Step 4

Turn your head to the right and look at your hands.
Step 5

Bend your right knee while exhaling. Your right thigh should be parallel with the floor.
Step 6

Inhale while straightening your right leg. On the exhale, lower your arms.
Step 7

Place your feet forward and repeat on the opposite side.