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Shoulderstand
Salamba Sarvangasana

A supported inversion requiring careful shoulder placement and freedom in the neck.

Instructional illustration of Shoulderstand
LevelAdvanced
Pose typeInversion
Primary focusShoulders, Core

How to practice Shoulderstand

  1. Lie down and lift the legs and hips overhead.
  2. Place hands on the back with elbows grounded.
  3. Stack the hips over the shoulders without turning the head.
  4. Extend the legs upward while keeping weight off the neck.

Practice tips

  • Use folded blankets under the shoulders.
  • Learn with an experienced teacher.
Practice note: Avoid without guidance if you have neck, eye, blood-pressure or balance concerns.
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