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Handstand
Sanskrit:
Pronunciation:
Translation
Kemetic Name:
Other Names:
Adho Mukha Vrksasana
AH-doh MOO-kah vrik-SHAHS-uh-nuh
Adho = Downward, Mukha = Face, Vrksa = Tree, Asana = Pose
Adho Mukha Vrksasana
Advanced
Crown, Solar Plexus
Inversion
Overview
This inversion builds full-body strength and invites presence through balance and trust.
Stack shoulders over elbows or wrists, engage core, lengthen spine.
Fearlessness, empowerment, and lightness
Strengthens arms and core while building confidence and focus.
Strengthens respiratory muscles and balances endocrine system.
Prioritize neck safety, alignment, and controlled transitions in and out.
From downward dog or lunge, place hands shoulder-width. Shift weight forward and kick legs up. Engage core.
Use wall support or props like blocks and blankets under shoulders or hips.
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