Supported Shoulderstand

Sanskrit: Sarvangasana Supported
Difficulty: Intermediate
Category: Inversion

Benefits

Gentle inversion with extra support. Reduces neck strain significantly.

Steps

  1. From Shoulderstand
  2. Place block under sacrum for support
  3. Let hips rest on block
  4. Reduce neck compression
  5. Hold 1–3 minutes

Tips

This modification makes Shoulderstand safer for many students.

FAQ

What height block should I use?
Start with a low block and adjust height based on comfort. The goal is to reduce neck strain.

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