Warrior I Pose is a great pose to align the body
- Stand in Mt Pose and Step back 3-4 feet with your right foot. Make sure your left foot is facing forward at a 90 angle and your right foot turns inward at a 45-60 degree angle.
- Square and level your pelvis toward the front of your body.
- Press the head of the right femur down to ground the heel.
- Bend your front knee and make sure it is not bent past the ankle.
- Feel this firm foundation.
- Lift up through your arms raising the rib cage out of the pelvis.
- Raise the fingers toward the sky as you firm the scapulae and depress them against the back.
- Extend the arms from the strength of your legs.
- Make sure that your hips are aligned, navel is facing forward and your tailbone is relaxed downward.
- Take 3 deep breaths opening your heart and radiating power from the feet to the crown of the head.
- Step your back foot up and stand in Mountain Pose.
- Repeat on the other side.
Translate the power of this pose into your practice. Get into your body and feel alignment from the inside out.
Stay Healthy!
Karina
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