Build Stability with Standing Yoga Poses

Virabhadrasana II (Warrior II) builds strength and stamina in the legs and opens the hips. This tutorial focuses on keeping the front knee aligned over the ankle and the torso centered between the legs.

Virabhadrasana III (Warrior III) is a challenging balancing pose that strengthens the entire standing leg and core. I offer a beginner-friendly approach by bending the knee initially to find balance before straightening the leg.

Viparita Virabhadrasana (Reverse Warrior) is a graceful side bend that flows from Warrior II. It stretches the side body while maintaining the strength and stability of the lunge.

Utthita Parsvakonasana (Extended Side Angle Pose) is a deep side-angle stretch that strengthens the legs and stretches the entire side of the body. I demonstrate how to create a long line of energy from your back foot to your fingertips.

This is another detailed tutorial on Utthita Parsvakonasana (Extended Side Angle Pose). I emphasize keeping the chest open and using the core to support the pose, rather than collapsing onto the front thigh.

Parivrtta Parsvakonasana (Revolved Side Angle Pose) is an intermediate twisting lunge that challenges your balance and detoxifies the body. I show how to bring the palms together at the heart center to deepen the twist.

Parivrtta Trikonasana (Revolved Triangle Pose) is a deep standing twist that improves balance and digestion. This pose requires open hamstrings and a flexible spine, and I guide you through the alignment.

Parivrtta Utthita Ashwa Sanchalanasana (Revolved High Lunge) is a powerful twisting lunge that builds leg strength and spinal mobility. I show how to keep the back leg active and extend the arms for a full expression of the pose.

Garudasana (Eagle Pose) is a unique balancing pose that improves focus and stretches the shoulders and hips. I share a tip to bend the standing leg as if sitting in a chair to create space for the leg wrap.