Adho Mukha Vrksasana

(Handstand)

Benefits: Helps to create strength in the shoulders and the back. Also helps strengthen the abdomen.

Place a yoga mat or a nonskid mat near the wall and place your hands on the floor with your hands a bit distanced from the wall. Go down into the Downward Facing Dog Pose and bring on foot forward while keeping your other foot back. Raise your head slightly and push off from the floor with your leg and foot that are still back behind you. Keep your head raised until you feet hit the wall. Press against the floor to gain balance and your entire body is lifted. Hold this pose for 3 to 6 breaths and come down and do again. When you have gained enough strength to get up every time you try then switch legs and continue. Doing this pose once a week or even every time you practice yoga. It will greatly help you build confidence within yourself.