Earth Yoga Blog

Inversions stimulate the pituitary gland, the master gland.  The pituitary gland is “in charge” of the body’s overall hormonal functioning.  Stimulating this gland promotes hormonal balance and healthy hormonal functioning.  Inversions increase the flow of oxygen, internal fluids and blood thus cleansing the body’s many systems.   “Headstands, shoulderstands and similar asanas can be intimidating for many students, but they are vital to overall health.  The benefits are worth overcoming fear.”  – carajudea.com/yoga/inversion.php

Begin by warming up the spine with gentle forward and back bends, side stretches and gentle twists.  Use this time to get the breath flowing strongly and easily.

marjariasana/table;  chakravasana/sun bird; supta virasana/reclined hero; sasangasana/rabbit; dolphin pose; adho mukha svanasana/downward facing dog; uttanasana/standing forward bend; adho mukha vrksasana/handstand; garbhasana/child; setubhandasana/bridge; ardha sarvangasana/half shoulder stand; savasana/corpse.

namaste.