Sarvangasana or Shoulderstand, is an inverted asana (pose) in hatha yoga. Considered as the "queen" of asanas, many practitioners consider it to be an especially important and beneficial pose[citation needed]. Its name in Sanskrit literally
means "posture of the complete body."
It is performed by first lying on the back with hands under the mid-back, then lifting the legs and lower body so that the weight of the body is supported on the head, neck, upper back and upper arms.The gazing point is towards the toes. The head must not be turned to the side while in this pose.
Advanced practitioners hold this pose for long periods of time - as much as three hours. However, because of the significant amount of weight being placed on the cervical spine and the threat of neck injury, this is not advisable.
The pose is contraindicated for high blood pressure , whiplash, menstruation, thyroid disorders, angina , and spinal weakness caused by conditions such as arthritis or osteoporosis. If you are pregnant, consult a qualified yoga instructor or your physician before attempting this pose. Viparita Karani - the "legs up the wall" pose - is a common modification.
Matsyasana is normally taken after Sarvangasana as a counter pose. Sarvangasana may be used as a counter pose for backbends such as the bridge. Halasana is often taken as a transitional pose to enter and exit Sarvangasana.
Benefits of sarvangasanaAs mentioned above sarvangasana activates and rejunevates thyroid gland thus provide remarkable benefit in case of overweight, obesity, diabetes and weakness and even in menstral abnormalities in females. Sarvangasana activates pitutary gland thus is helpful in increasing height in person with stunned growth or short stature. Sarvangasana also provides strength to adrenals, testicles and ovary thus problems like infertility is taken care off.Sarvangasana has been beneficial for asthamatics as the abdominal muscles are exercised and diaphragm gets toned up.The main importance of sarvangasana is that, it has all the benefits of sirsasana and has been a good alternative for those in which sirsasana is prohibited or forbidden.
Sarvangasana is a Sanskrit word which is sarv+ ang+ asana ‘sarv’ here all, ‘ang’ means parts of body and ‘asana’ means a yoga form. Sarvangasana means a pose for all parts of body. It is one of inverted poses of yoga. It is very beneficial yoga form. Steps to performLie straight on the floor while keeping your arms on the sided and palms on turned down.Keep your legs, big toes and heels together.Relax your body while breathing normally.Press your arms and elbows down and keep the knees straight.Raise your legs together as it may perpendicular to the floor, while doing the entire process inhale deeply.Now exhale and while exhaling, keep your pressure of your palms and elbows increased against the floor.Raise your hips and lower back off the floor now move your legs towards your head.Place your palms beneath the hips and prop up the legs and trunks.Slide your palms higher on the trunk and keep on pushing the hips.Now small of the back higher and raise the whole trunk of the floor till it is vertical.While doing this bring the leg back to the vertical position.Place your palms at the back of the ribs and hold the raised trunk and legs with the arms, forearms and elbows.Try to slide your palms higher and higher again.Now, raise your legs and hips further till the trunk and legs are collinear.Try to push the chest forward towards a chin and forma chin-lock.Fix your gaze on the big toes while maintaining the balance.Take a deep breath rhythmically.Hold the posture for at least 3 minutes.Slowly and gradually return the starting position.Take a deep breathe and breathe normally.Relax for few minutes or you can perform shavasana.
means "posture of the complete body."It is performed by first lying on the back with hands under the mid-back, then lifting the legs and lower body so that the weight of the body is supported on the head, neck, upper back and upper arms.The gazing point is towards the toes. The head must not be turned to the side while in this pose.
Advanced practitioners hold this pose for long periods of time - as much as three hours. However, because of the significant amount of weight being placed on the cervical spine and the threat of neck injury, this is not advisable.
The pose is contraindicated for high blood pressure , whiplash, menstruation, thyroid disorders, angina , and spinal weakness caused by conditions such as arthritis or osteoporosis. If you are pregnant, consult a qualified yoga instructor or your physician before attempting this pose. Viparita Karani - the "legs up the wall" pose - is a common modification.
Matsyasana is normally taken after Sarvangasana as a counter pose. Sarvangasana may be used as a counter pose for backbends such as the bridge. Halasana is often taken as a transitional pose to enter and exit Sarvangasana.
Benefits of sarvangasanaAs mentioned above sarvangasana activates and rejunevates thyroid gland thus provide remarkable benefit in case of overweight, obesity, diabetes and weakness and even in menstral abnormalities in females. Sarvangasana activates pitutary gland thus is helpful in increasing height in person with stunned growth or short stature. Sarvangasana also provides strength to adrenals, testicles and ovary thus problems like infertility is taken care off.Sarvangasana has been beneficial for asthamatics as the abdominal muscles are exercised and diaphragm gets toned up.The main importance of sarvangasana is that, it has all the benefits of sirsasana and has been a good alternative for those in which sirsasana is prohibited or forbidden.
Sarvangasana is a Sanskrit word which is sarv+ ang+ asana ‘sarv’ here all, ‘ang’ means parts of body and ‘asana’ means a yoga form. Sarvangasana means a pose for all parts of body. It is one of inverted poses of yoga. It is very beneficial yoga form. Steps to performLie straight on the floor while keeping your arms on the sided and palms on turned down.Keep your legs, big toes and heels together.Relax your body while breathing normally.Press your arms and elbows down and keep the knees straight.Raise your legs together as it may perpendicular to the floor, while doing the entire process inhale deeply.Now exhale and while exhaling, keep your pressure of your palms and elbows increased against the floor.Raise your hips and lower back off the floor now move your legs towards your head.Place your palms beneath the hips and prop up the legs and trunks.Slide your palms higher on the trunk and keep on pushing the hips.Now small of the back higher and raise the whole trunk of the floor till it is vertical.While doing this bring the leg back to the vertical position.Place your palms at the back of the ribs and hold the raised trunk and legs with the arms, forearms and elbows.Try to slide your palms higher and higher again.Now, raise your legs and hips further till the trunk and legs are collinear.Try to push the chest forward towards a chin and forma chin-lock.Fix your gaze on the big toes while maintaining the balance.Take a deep breath rhythmically.Hold the posture for at least 3 minutes.Slowly and gradually return the starting position.Take a deep breathe and breathe normally.Relax for few minutes or you can perform shavasana.
