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Yoga inversions: what are the benefits and how to practise them safely to avoid injury
3 years ago
1 min read
When we think of inversions in yoga, headstands or handstands are usually the ones that come to mind first. But there are so many other types of inversions that have so many benefits for our minds and bodies.
If you go to yoga classes regularly, you probably know that one person who effortlessly does a handstand or headstand at the end of the class. You may even be one of them – and that’s great. The reality for many, however, is that these poses are challenging and may not be accessible for everyone.
The good news is that inversions are so much more than just challenging arm balances or headstands – asanas such as downward dog and even child’s pose are inversions that allow you to reap the same benefits as the more advanced ones. The key when practising inversions is to listen to your body and know how to practise them safely to avoid injury.
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