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How to Do Vinyasa Inverted Poses

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Salamba Sarvangasana Vinyasa
Salamba Sarvangasana Vinyasa

You've been practicing the basic yoga poses for a while now. Perhaps you have heard about inverted yoga poses. They sound difficult, and they are. Yet. if you have been practicing yoga and have a strong body, you will be able to do them in no time. Inverted yoga poses are also known as the "finishing sequence" in Vinyasa Yoga. This sequence is performed after the A, B, C, and D series. There are many different sequences, and this article will show you a moderate one.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging
Instructions

    How to Do Vinyasa Inverted Poses

  1. Step 1

    Start flat on your mat with your hands next to your side. Your palms should be face down on the floor. This position is called Salamba Sarvangasana Vinyasa.

  2. Step 2

    Bend both legs towards you, keeping them together. Once they reach your chest, shoot them up to the sky. Place your hands on your back to support yourself. Point your toes to the sky. This position is referred to as Salamba Sarvangasana.

  3. Step 3

    Bring your feet down over your head slowly. Once your feet have reached the floor behind you, release your hands from your back and place them on the floor. This is asana is know as Halasana.

  4. Step 4

    Bend your knees down so each knee will be on a side of your head. Your arms will remain stretched on the floor. Once you have done this, you will have completed the Karna Pidasana pose.

  5. Step 5

    Move your knees towards the sky and slowly bring them straight together. Lower them gently to the ground until your legs touch the floor and your body is back in the Salamba Sarvangasana Vinyasa .

Tips & Warnings
  • Feel free to experiment with different asanas. There is no set finishing sequence, be creative!
  • If you feel discomfort at any time, immediately stop practicing yoga.

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