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Chin Stand
Sanskrit:
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Translation
Kemetic Name:
Other Names:
Ganda Bherundasana
GAN-dah bare-oon-DAHS-uh-nuh
Ganda = Cheek, Bherunda = Terrible or Fierce, Asana = Pose
Ganda Bherundasana
Advanced
Throat, Solar Plexus
Inversion
Overview
Chin Stand is a powerful backbend and inversion that increases strength and expressive energy.
Stack shoulders over elbows or wrists, engage core, lengthen spine.
Strength, poise, and inner bravery
Strengthens back, opens chest, and boosts confidence.
Stimulates thyroid and lung meridians; strengthens spine and opens chest.
Prioritize neck safety, alignment, and controlled transitions in and out.
From plank, lower chest and chin to floor. Kick legs overhead. Extend through toes and chest.
Use wall support or props like blocks and blankets under shoulders or hips.
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