Yoga Girl

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Inversions and Handstands


Yoga is never ending—that’s why it’s called a practice. When


you feel ready to take your physical practice to the next level,


you can start to move toward more advanced poses such as arm


balances and inversions—if you feel drawn to them!


Advanced poses that require us to stay upside down or


balance on our hands are not the purpose of our yoga practice,


although these types of poses are becoming increasingly


popular. Handstands and other inversions help you to build


strength and balance, but it’s important to remember that the


poses themselves are not the reason we step on the mat over


and over again. We are here to cultivate peace. Focus. Calm.


Advanced poses can help you get there (l·nding peace while


inverted is deeply rewarding), but make sure you don’t become


frustrated when these poses don’t happen for you right away.


Continue taking deep breaths and know that we all begin from


where we are. Ļese are difficult poses, and while they may


come easily for some, most people need years of practice to


become comfortable in them. Try to enjoy the journey without


becoming too attached to the result!


Learning how to handstand was a big moment for me. It


wasn’t just exciting and challenging, but it also helped me


build a lot of core strength, which in turn supported my


troublesome lower back. Handstands also gave me great


conl·dence and a feeling of I can! Ļe key to l·nding balance


upside down lies in trusting in your own ability and believing


in yourself. Find your center. Choose love over fear and give it

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