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Vinyasa Peak: Handstand

A strong flow to build the heat, core strength, and shoulder stability needed to practice Handstand (Adho Mukha Vrksasana).

Illustration of Ardha Pincha Mayurasana

1. Ardha Pincha Mayurasana

ardha pincha mayurasana

Breathe Normally
1 minute

Dolphin Pose to fire up the shoulders.

Illustration of Plank Pose

2. Plank Pose

phalakasana

Breathe Normally
1 minute

Engage the core.

Illustration of Urdhva Prasarita Eka Padasana

3. Urdhva Prasarita Eka Padasana

urdhva prasarita eka padasana

Breathe Normally
5 breaths per side

Standing Splits to practice lifting one leg high.

Illustration of Adho Mukha Vriksasana

4. Adho Mukha Vriksasana

adho mukha vriksasana

Breathe Normally
Practice for 3-5 minutes

Practice kicking up against a wall.

Illustration of Prasarita Padottanasana

5. Prasarita Padottanasana

prasarita padottanasana

Exhale
1 minute

Wide-legged fold to calm the nervous system.

Illustration of Child's Pose

6. Child's Pose

balasana

Exhale
1 minute

Child's Pose to rest the shoulders.

Sequence Complete

Consider moving into Savasana (Corpse Pose) to integrate your practice.

Go to Savasana