Australian Yoga Journal — January 2018

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january 2018

yogajournal.com.au

IN MODERN YOGA CIRCLES, arm balances are a regular part of classes and so many

students aspire to nail the handstand (Adho Mukha Vrksasana). However, a lot of

the movements used in an everyday vinyasa yoga class may not actually condition

you for safe advancement into these fun, challenging and inspiring asanas.

When practicing handstand, it’s super important that your body is prepped

correctly to support you with strength and stability. Here’s an arm balance conditioning

sequence that you can do at home or integrate into any of your classes to increase

scapula mobility, stability and a rock-solid core to get you handstand ready!

Ace your

inversions

Arm Balance Conditioning Techniques in

Preparation for Handstands with Duncan Peak

PHOTOS: LEE TE HIRA