Flexibility
Reverse Warrior
viparita-virabhadrasana
About the Pose
A graceful and uplifting backbend from Warrior II. Reverse Warrior stretches the side body and opens the heart, creating a feeling of joyful expansion. It is also known as Peaceful Warrior.
How to Practice
- From Warrior II, keep your legs as they are.
- On an inhale, reach your front arm up and back, creating a gentle side bend.
- Rest your back hand lightly on your back leg, avoiding any pressure on the knee.
- Keep the bend in your front knee and your gaze can be up towards your lifted hand or down at your back foot.
Purpose & Benefits
- Stretches Side Body: Deeply stretches the intercostal muscles and side waist.
- Opens Chest: Creates space across the chest and shoulders.
- Strengthens Legs: Maintains the strength and stability of the Warrior II leg position.