How to Shoulder Stand in Yoga
Lift your legs straight up towards the ceiling., Lift your hips off the floor., Lift your back so that you are supported by your shoulders., Straighten your spine. , Place your arms against your upper back., Push upwards on your back with your hands.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Lift your legs straight up towards the ceiling.
Your toes should now be pointing behind you. , Bring your legs up and over your head.
Your toes should now be facing the floor. , Extend your legs further back.
Touch your toes to the floor. ,, Position them as near as possible to your shoulder blades.
Keep your elbows shoulder-width apart.
If desired, you can use a belt or similar object to keep your arms together. , Rest your weight on the back side of your shoulders.
Do not bend your upper back or chest. -
Step 2: Lift your hips off the floor.
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Step 3: Lift your back so that you are supported by your shoulders.
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Step 4: Straighten your spine.
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Step 5: Place your arms against your upper back.
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Step 6: Push upwards on your back with your hands.
Detailed Guide
Your toes should now be pointing behind you. , Bring your legs up and over your head.
Your toes should now be facing the floor. , Extend your legs further back.
Touch your toes to the floor. ,, Position them as near as possible to your shoulder blades.
Keep your elbows shoulder-width apart.
If desired, you can use a belt or similar object to keep your arms together. , Rest your weight on the back side of your shoulders.
Do not bend your upper back or chest.
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