Warrior 2 is one of my favorite poses to do when I feel I need a boost of inner strength. Practice reflects life and life reflects practice, so a strong moment on the mat can change the way you show up each day . To try it — 1. Stand with your feet 3.5-4 feet apart. 2. Turn your right foot and knee out to the right. Bend your right knee until your thigh is parallel with your mat. (If it feels too strenuous to get the thigh parallel, it’s okay for it to be a little higher, just make sure you still follow step 3 below.) 3. Line your knee up with your ankle, adjusting the width of your stance as needed. 4. Stretch your arms straight out and gaze over the right forefinger. 5. Breathe steadily and repeat on the other side. Tips and pointers — ✨ Angle your left foot in slightly, about 15 degrees. This will help you press your foot into the ground and create a steady connection to cultivate strength. ✨ Your right heel should line up with either your left heel or arch of the foot. ✨Try and keep your shoulders in line with your hips ✨ Notice the way your fingertips reach. Bring a true sense of intention and purpose in the way you reach. If your fingers are floppy and complacent the pose may not feel as powerful as if they are reaching with purpose. ✨ Bring ease to shape through the way you breathe — steadily, and the way you gaze — soft but focused. ✨ If you struggle with balance or are working on building strength, this posture can be done with your entire backside against a wall for support! #yogareel #breathe #nycyogateacher #yogawithneeti #oneposewithneeti #warrior2 #asana #yoga #virabhadrasana2