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Warrior II

A standing pose that builds leg strength and teaches you to stay steady while holding.

How to

1. Step the feet wide, about one leg-length apart.
2. Turn the right toes to the front of the mat; angle the left foot in slightly.
3. Bend the right knee until it sits over the ankle, front heel lined up with the arch of the back foot.
4. Extend the arms at shoulder height and gaze over the front hand.
5. Press evenly through both feet. Switch sides.

Tips

• Keep the torso upright over the hips rather than leaning towards the front leg.
• Roll the front knee slightly outward so it doesn't collapse inward.
• Soften the shoulders away from the ears.