SI

Sirsasana II Eka Pada

शीर्षासन II एक पाद

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Target Muscles

coreshouldership flexors
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Benefits (3)

  • + Core strength in tripod
  • + Balance refinement
  • + Hip flexor engagement

Avoid If (3)

  • - Neck injuries
  • - Wrist injuries
  • - High blood pressure

About

One-legged variation of Tripod Headstand.

Step-by-Step Instructions

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1. Come into Sirsasana II (Tripod).

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2. Stabilize.

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3. Lower right leg — 90° or to floor.

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4. Left leg stays up.

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5. Hold 3-5 breaths.

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6. Right leg back up.

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7. Lower left leg.

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8. Hold 3-5 breaths.

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9. Both legs up.

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10. Come down, Balasana.