The first balancing pose of the sequence will help open your side body and bring the heat:
- From Warrior 2, place your left hand on your left hip and stretch your right arm straight out, creating length through the right side of your body. Shift weight onto your right foot, and lift your left foot up.
- Distribute your weight evenly between your right hand and foot. Lift your left arm up, and gaze toward your left hand. Hold for five breaths.
Find more details on this balancing pose here.