A Different Perspective—Headstands

When I do this posture the world feels and looks different. It’s not surprising as I am upside down and it sure provides a different perspective.

Headstands boost blood flow, being in an inverted position, you’re sending oxygen and nutrient-rich blood to your head—this helps with mental function and focus.

Headstand strengthen shoulders, arms, and core.

Inversions improve digestions. Reverse gravity o your digestive organs helps them release trapped gases and provides optimal blood flow to the all-important digestive organs.

Improved circulation occurs with a headstand practice. Because the heart constantly has to pump blood upward to the brain, the headstand gives the heart a rest and reduces unnecessary strain. Plus, while in headstand de-oxygenated blood is able to flow more easily from the extremities to the heart.

This headstand is part of the closing sequence of the Ashtanga Yoga method.