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Vinyasa Flow Yoga photo of Shoulder Stand / Salamba Sarvangasana pose

Shoulder Stand

Sanskrit: Salamba Sarvangasana
Pose Type: inversion,
Benefits: abdomen, arms, brain, heart, intestines, legs, lungs, neck, shoulders, spine, thyroid,

  1. Begin lying down
  2. Lift both legs up into the air
  3. Lift hips off the ground dropping feet to the floor behind your head
  4. Shoulders drawn together underneath you for support
  5. Place both hands on back
  6. Lift legs, extending straight up overhead

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