- 1). Cushion your practice space with a yoga mat or blanket. Interlace fingers and place hands on floor. Place the crown of your head on the mat or blanket. Press your palms together and fit the back of your head into your hands.
- 2). Push your body upward with your toes. Walk your feet to your chest very slowly. Bring bent knees close to your chest.
- 3). Lift both your feet off the floor at the same time. As your thighs or legs raise, place your entire weight on your arms and head. Keep your back straight. Push against the floor with the toes.
- 4). Attempt to straighten legs completely. Perform this motion very slowly, and only if your have enough strength in your arms and upper body to hold the posture.
- 5). Hold the pose for 10 seconds. Increase the hold time 5 to 10 seconds every day until you can hold the headstand comfortably for 3 minutes. Exhale as you come out of the asana, with your feet touching the floor simultaneously.
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