Warrior II
A strong standing pose that builds leg strength and stamina while opening your hips and inner thighs.
BeginnerNo equipmentLow impactSuggested: 30 sec per side
How to do it
- Step your feet wide apart and turn your left foot out so your toes point to the left.
- Turn your back foot in slightly and line up your front heel with the arch of your back foot.
- Bend your left knee until it is over your left ankle while your right leg stays straight.
- Reach your arms out at shoulder height with your palms down and look out over your left hand.
- Hold and breathe, then straighten your front leg and repeat on the other side.
Work one side, then switch. Timed sets run once per side.
Form tips
- Keep your front knee pointing toward your middle toes rather than letting it drift inward.
- Stack your shoulders over your hips instead of leaning toward the front leg.
- Relax your shoulders away from your ears while your fingertips reach long.
Muscles worked
QuadsGlutesInner thighsShoulders