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Salamba Sirsasana I is an Asana. It is translated as Supported Headstand Pose I from Sanskrit. | Salamba Sirsasana I is an Asana. It is translated as Supported Headstand Pose I from Sanskrit. | ||
The name of this pose comes from "salamba" meaning "supported", "sirsa" meaning "head" and "asana" meaning "posture" or "seat". It is a variation of Sirsasana or Headstand Pose. | The name of this pose comes from "salamba" meaning "supported", "sirsa" meaning "head" and "asana" meaning "posture" or "seat". It is a variation of Sirsasana or Headstand Pose. | ||
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#Promotes blood flow to the internal organs of the torso (since it is an inversion) | #Promotes blood flow to the internal organs of the torso (since it is an inversion) | ||
#Creates balance. | #Creates balance. | ||
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== cautions == | == cautions == | ||
Revision as of 16:51, 14 December 2016
Salamba Sirsasana I is an Asana. It is translated as Supported Headstand Pose I from Sanskrit. The name of this pose comes from "salamba" meaning "supported", "sirsa" meaning "head" and "asana" meaning "posture" or "seat". It is a variation of Sirsasana or Headstand Pose.
Benefits
- This pose strengthens the arms
- Neck and upper back
- Promotes blood flow to the internal organs of the torso (since it is an inversion)
- Creates balance.
cautions
- Be careful while doing this pose if you have high blood pressure, neck, shoulder or back injuries. Avoid this pose if you are pregnant or menstruating.
