Salamba Sirsasana

(Supported Headstand Pose)

(sah-LOM-bah shear-SHAHS-anna)
salamba = with support
sirsa = head

Headstand is the Father of all asanas. Regular practice of this pose nourishes all the vital organs, strengthens the nervous system, and clears the mind, creating radiant well-being from the inside out. Inversions are an essential aspect of a balanced yoga practice.

Benefits
Calms the brain and helps relieve stress and mild depression. Stimulates the pituitary and pineal glands. Strengthens the arms, legs, and spine. Strengthens the lungs and tones the abdominal organs which improves digestion. Helps relieve the symptoms of menopause. Therapeutic for asthma, infertility, insomnia, and sinusitis.