Schouderstand
Salamba Sarvangasana
sah-LAHM-bah sar-vahn-GAH-sah-nah
Wordt de koningin der asana's genoemd vanwege haar therapeutische voordelen en kalmerende werking.
Hoe doe je Schouderstand
- Lig op je rug
- Til je benen over je hoofd
- Ondersteun je onderrug met je handen
- Loop met je handen langs je rug omlaag terwijl je benen naar het plafond reiken
- Houd het gewicht op je schouders, niet op je nek
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