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Viparita Virabhadrasana
विपरीत वीरभद्रासन
Beginnerstanding
Target Muscles
obliquesintercostalsquadricepsshoulders
Benefits (4)
- + Opens side body
- + Strengthens legs
- + Beautiful flow pose
- + Energizing
Avoid If (2)
- - Shoulder injuries
- - Knee injuries
About
Viparita Virabhadrasana (Reverse Warrior) is a lateral stretch from Warrior II — arm reaches back over the head.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1. Come into Warrior II.
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2. Right foot forward, 90° bent.
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3. Slide left hand down left thigh.
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4. Right arm reaches up and back — toward sky.
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5. Deep side stretch.
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6. Right knee stays bent — 90°.
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7. Gaze at right hand.
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8. Hold 5-8 breaths.
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9. Return to Warrior II.
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10. Other side.