Supported Headstand (Salamba Sirsasana)

Supported Headstand (Salamba Sirsasana)

Illustrated yoga poses of women performing the Supported Headstand
Description
Description

Supported Head Stand is an intermediate inversion that can also be considered a balancing posture. Supported Head Stand strengthens the arms, legs, and back and as an inversion is known to help calm the mind and relieve symptoms of depression. Supported Head Stand can also activate the pituitary and pineal glands.

Dimensions & Sizes
Dimensions & Sizes

To do Supported Head Stand, kneel on the ground and put the forearms to the mat with the fingers intertwined. Next, place the top of the head on the mat, tucked into the hands, and lift the hips. Here is where it gets tricky, lift the legs so that the feet and ankles are lifted completely upright, toes pointed to the air. Try using a wall or a partner to help with getting into the posture.

Assorted silhouettes of men and women in the Supported Headstand
Assorted silhouettes of men and women in the Supported Headstand
3D Model
3D Model
Common Questions
Common Questions
Supported Headstand (Salamba Sirsasana)
Details
Details

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Drawings include:
Supported Headstand elevations (men & women), outline silhouettes

Yoga is a spiritual, ascetic and physical set of practices focusing on breathing, movement, posture, and meditation. Yoga, translated as ‘union’ or ‘connection,’ is an ancient Hindu teaching that is undergone for a variety of purposes including health, relaxation, rehabilitation, and exercise.

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