This tutorial with yoga teacher Karli Orazi will have you upside down with confidence in no time. 

The headstand, also known as Shirshasana, doesn’t just look impressive, it strengthens your shoulders, arms and core. Not only that, but practicing the headstand can also improve blood flow, boost lymphatic drainage (bye, bye puffiness), improve focus and relieve stress. 

While the headstand isn’t the easiest yoga pose, it’s also not impossible. I am here to guide you into a classic headstand and a tripod headstand. The difference between these two being the placement of the arms – you may find one is easier for you than the other so try both and see which you prefer.  

Once you master the headstand, it can be an incredibly liberating pose that invites you to focus on your awareness and nothing else but holding the pose – finding and holding balance and presence in your body and mind. 

The key to nailing a headstand is to take it slow, creating a solid foundation and moving with control, all while resisting the urge to jump up or drop down! Let’s give it a try. 

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