Headstand Introduction The headstand, Sirshasana (sirsha = head), often considered as the “king of asanas” because of its numerous health benefits, is an inverted posture. Its physiological effects can be felt in the entire organism, but more specifically...
SUN SALUTATION (SURYA NAMAASKAR) Introduction The Sun Salutation, Surya Namaskaar (surya = sun, namaskaar = salutation), is a series of 12 movements synchronized with the breath that allow to prepare the body to the postures. Traditionally, Sun Salutation is performed...
Shoulderstand (Sarvangasana) Introduction If the headstand is the king of asanas, the shoulderstand, Sarvangasana (sarva = all, anga = member) is definitely the queen with its numerous health benefits on many systems of the body. It especially stimulates and balances...
PLOUGH (HALASANA) Introduction The plough, Halasana (hala = plough), is performed right after the shoulderstand. It provides an excellent stretch of the entire spine and back muscles. Technique From the shoulderstand, slowly bring your legs down behind...
CROW (KAKASANA) Introduction Crow-Kakasana : The Crow pose, Kakasana (kaka = crow), is a basic and yet powerful balancing posture in Hatha Yoga. It allows to strengthen the entire upper part of the body and to develop self confidence. When the...