Salamba Sarvangasana: An Ayurvedic Guide to Shoulderstand – Paavani Ayurveda

Salamba Sarvangasana, commonly known as Shoulderstand, is a wonderful, safe inversion that invites fresh prana into the body and brings a refreshed perspective into your day. Inversions in yoga are defined as postures where your head is below your heart. Many people think of headstand and handstand when they hear the word inversion; however, something as simple as Downward Facing Dog is an inversion and carries many of the same benefits of more advanced inversions. This all being said, Shoulderstand is a great posture to begin with if you are just starting out on your inversion journey. Some of the many benefits of Shoulderstand include: -Helps to stimulate the lymphatic system and this in turn keeps our immune systems healthy -Increases circulation -Gives the heart a rest from pumping so hard -Relieves headaches -Relieves insomnia -Improves digestion -Expels gas -Brings
Salamba Sarvangasana, commonly known as Shoulderstand, is a wonderful, safe inversion that invites fresh prana into the body and brings a refreshed perspective into your