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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
Comment:

I have done only the lower back classes with David for quite a while. And I am delighted that this class focuses on the legs, hips, lower back and strength. I am so happy to have found this to get back in shape after an injury that seemed to become chronic. My hips were extremely tight, pain in the legs when walking up the stairs, and lower back pain... The cues in this class were perfect, “Bring the awareness to you core and protect your lower back”, “Tighten your inner thighs to square your hips”. Thank you deeply!

Gingerpie
March 24, 2018
Comment:

I love the lightheartedness and humor you add to your classes. This is also exactly what my legs need, thank you!

skplenge
February 15, 2018
Comment:

Boy was this just what my legs and hips needed after Sunday’s marathon! Thank you!

yogasnunch
February 12, 2018
Comment:

This class is fun and definitely a step outside of the norm! 10/10
-Snunch

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