Parada de Hombros
Salamba Sarvangasana
sah-LAHM-bah sar-vahn-GAH-sah-nah
Llamada la reina de las asanas por sus beneficios terapeuticos y su efecto calmante.
Como hacer Parada de Hombros
- Acuestate boca arriba
- Eleva las piernas por encima de la cabeza
- Sujeta la zona lumbar con las manos
- Camina las manos por la espalda mientras las piernas se extienden hacia el techo
- Manten el peso en los hombros, no en el cuello
Benefits
- Stimulates the thyroid and parathyroid glands
- Calms the nervous system and helps relieve insomnia
- Improves venous return and reduces leg swelling
- Strengthens the shoulders, core, and upper back
- Helps relieve symptoms of anxiety and mild depression
Muscles Engaged
Modifications
- Place a folded blanket under the shoulders (with the head off the blanket) to protect the cervical spine
- Practice Legs-Up-The-Wall as a gentler alternative
- Use a wall to support the legs if core strength is insufficient to hold the full pose
Cautions
- Avoid with neck injuries, cervical disc problems, or whiplash
- Not recommended with uncontrolled high blood pressure or glaucoma
- Use caution during menstruation and avoid during pregnancy