Headstand has been called the king of yoga asanas (by B.K.S. Iyengar, among others) and one of yoga's most dangerous poses (by me, among others). As with most things, there is a middle way here: to practice this pose in moderation with good alignment in the version most appropriate for you.
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Headstand has been called the king of yoga asanas (by B.K.S. Iyengar, among others) and one of yoga's most dangerous poses (by me, among others). As with most things, there is a middle way here: to practice this pose in moderation with good alignment in the version most appropriate for you. |  | Ann Pizer
Yoga Expert | | | | How to Do a Yoga Headstand | My step by step instructions emphasize safe alignment all the way through. It's really important to have control when you come into the final pose instead of kicking up and hoping for the best.
Headstand is a recommended pose to counteract season affective disorder, but you don't have to do the full pose to experience its benefits. The preparatory poses can help too. | | | | | | | Tripod Headstand as an Alternative | | Sirsasana II, or tripod headstand is usually taught as a more advanced version of a headstand, but for some people (myself included) it's actually easier. If you've struggled with headstand, this version is worth a try. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Yoga newsletter.
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