How to Do Extended Side Angle Pose (Steps)

How to Do Extended Side Angle Pose (Steps)
Begin in Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II):
Stand on your mat with your feet about 3-4 feet apart.
Turn your right foot out 90 degrees and your left foot slightly inward.
Bend your right knee to align it directly over your ankle, forming a 90-degree angle. Keep your left leg strong and straight.
Engage your core and extend your arms:
Stretch your arms out to the sides at shoulder height, palms facing down.
Ground your feet firmly into the mat, feeling stable and balanced.
Transition into the pose:
As you inhale, lengthen through your spine.
Exhale and lower your right hand to the floor outside your right foot or onto a yoga block for support.
Simultaneously, extend your left arm overhead, creating a straight diagonal line from your left foot to your fingertips.
Adjust your alignment:
Keep your chest open by rolling your left shoulder back and pressing your right thigh outward.
Turn your gaze upward toward your left hand, or keep it neutral if your neck feels strained.
Breathe and hold:
Stay in the pose for 3-10 breaths, feeling the stretch and strength in your body. Focus on the sensations and maintain steady, mindful breathing.
Release and switch sides:
To come out of the pose, inhale and return to Warrior II. Exhale and straighten your right leg. Repeat on the left side.