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Headstand Pose: Leg Strength and Flexibility

Intermediate III
(73 Reviews)
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This is the second in a series of three classes that lead to headstand pose (sirsasana). Leg flexibility is a key component when moving into headstand, particularly the hamstrings. Flexible hamstrings allow you to more easily shift your weight forward onto your arms and head, and lift the weight of the legs with the core rather than swinging the legs up. Crista helps you establish this flexibility and strength so you can be ready for the final class, which takes you into the full pose. The first class in this series is Headstand Pose: Shoulders and Core and the third and final class is Headstand Pose: Full Pose and Variations.

Equipment

  • None

Focus

  • Hips
  • Vigorous/Energy
  • Twists
  • Strength
  • Spine
  • Flexibility
  • Core Strength
  • Balance
  • Legs and Feet
  • Morning
  • Lower Back

Style

  • Vinyasa/Power Yoga
ylfaperry
June 23, 2020
Comment:

Ummm, YES to the kooky sideways knee to elbow crunch!! What a tasty ticket to sweet sweet beginner’s mind! (Also, your tank top is awesome and I wants to have it).

Manjusri
February 7, 2020
Comment:

Revisited this class after some time away, and adore it all the more! Deep bows of gratitude.

Manjusri
May 23, 2019
Comment:

I adore this class, and the first one too. Between Christa and Tracey, I'm gradually progressing from an intermediate student of 20 years towards advanced, and it feels so fulfilling. Thank you so much.

Irishlove
June 1, 2018
Comment:

I found an intense combination of leg strength, flexibility, foot and ankle flexibility, arm strength and flexibility, core, and coordination.... perfect. Thank you just the challenge I need on my healing journey. Namaste from Ireland.

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