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B.K.S. Iyengar, one of the most influential voices in Western yoga, calls Sirsasana (Headstand) and Sarvangasana (Shoulderstand) the king and queen ... (continued)
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This pose is also commonly called Forearm or Elbow Balance.
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The alignment in Handstand is exactly the same as it is in Mountain, the only difference being in the position of the arms.
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This variation of High Lunge is also a great preparation for the full version of Virabhadrasana I Pose (Warrior I Pose).
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"Even an old person can become young when [Uddiyana Bandha] is done regularly" (Hatha-Yoga-Pradipika 3.58).
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What’s really being commemorated in this pose’s name, and held up as an ideal for all practitioners, is the "spiritual warrior."
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Abdominal and deep hip flexor strengthener, requires you to balance on the tripod of your sitting bones and tailbone.
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Virasana is a balm for tired legs at the end of the day, as well as an alternative to Lotus for seated meditation.
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Standing on your head in proper alignment calms the brain and strengthens the body.
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Strengthens the arms, legs, abdomen, and spine, and gives a boost of energy.
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