"Warrior III" Yoga Pose

1. From an upright standing position, hip hinge at the waist and allow your torso to descend while you extend one leg; you'll be in the shape of a capital "T" when you reach end posture.

2. Keep arms out straight and strong and keep lifting the back leg using your glutes and hamstrings; keep knee and leg of back leg straight.

3. Relax, breath, and lift arms and legs into the posture.

Tips: Warrior III is balance challenging. As you extend the back leg and lower your upper body over your straight down leg stabilization becomes difficult. The key is to "relax" instead of tensing up and trying to force your way into the posture...just breath and allow extension to whatever threshold you have that day--that is all.

• Hold the pose for as little as ten breaths or up to 30 seconds--or longer if desired.

*Note: This exercise is intended for "normal healthy" individuals.  If you have an injury, or abnormal pain is present,
see your physician or a certified physical therapist before continuing your exercises. 

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(Updated 2-22-04)

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