5 Prep Yoga Poses For Headstand

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Before you try to stand on your head, check with your DR. Work on these prep poses regularly to help strengthen the body for inversions.

Rabbit Pose

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Boat Pose Variation

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Dolphin - Forearm Plank Flow

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Warrior 3 Variation

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1 Leg Headstand Prep

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Headstand

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5 Prep Yoga Poses For Headstand

5 Prep Yoga Poses For Headstand

Adri Kyser

Before you try to stand on your head, check with your DR. Work on these prep poses regularly to help strengthen the body for inversions.

Rabbit Pose

Rabbit Pose

Hold for 5-8 Breaths

Boat Pose Variation

Boat Pose Variation

Hold for 5-8 Breaths

Dolphin - Forearm Plank Flow

Dolphin - Forearm Plank Flow

5-8 Rounds

Warrior 3 Variation

Warrior 3 Variation

Hold For 3-5 Breaths

1 Leg Headstand Prep

1 Leg Headstand Prep

Hold for 3-5 Breaths on Each Side

Headstand

Headstand

Hold For 5-8 Breaths

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