Yoga is the main source for an individual to be fit. beside, it provides many health benefits. In an Instagram recent video shared by yoga trainer Anshuka Parwani, Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt was seen performing wall-supported headstand or seershasana.
The yoga trainer posted, “Perfecting the upside down world @aliabhatt #Headstands reverse the flow of blood in your body which makes the blood in your body which makes the blood rush to each part of it, and especially the brain. Practising this inversion is very essential for improving balance, focus and giving you a boost of energy.” She added, “anyone can build up to doing this asana”. “Honestly, the key is to start.”
Health experts too suggest this aasana saying that the practice keeps the brain and all sensory organs active and alert. It helps with skin health and reproductive system.
Method to perform
On the other hand, famous nutritionist and yoga mentor Rujuta Diwekar shared stepwise instructions to ease in to headstands.
*Find a place next to a wall. Take your yoga mat and a blanket.
*If you are wearing glasses, rings, bangles or a watch, remove them before starting the asana. Keep them far away from the mat so that you do not fall on any of these in case you lose balance.
*Take one edge of the mat and fold it up to the other side. Repeat it to make another fold. Place the folded mat close to the wall.
*If you do not have a yoga mat, you can use a blanket.
*Sit in the vajrasana position. Widen your knees slightly and place your elbows parallel to your shoulders on the mat or blanket firmly, keeping your arms extended.
*Interlock the fingers. Place the crown of your head on the mat or blanket, supporting it with the interlocked fingers.
*Lift your knees and shoulder blades off the floor gradually.*In this position, bring your feet closer to your face such that your head and back are in a straight line and your thighs are placed against your stomach.
*Lift one leg up, followed by the other. Gradually, try lifting both legs simultaneously. If you are unable to do it, use the wall for support by lifting your legs and placing them against it.
*When you learn to lift the legs without support, lift them further above your head and extend them.
*Use the support of the wall to bring your legs down.