Handstand – Adho Mukha Vrksasana
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Benefits
Strengthens Arms, Shoulders
Improves Balance
Can relieve stress and mild depression
Contraindications
Back, shoulder or neck injury
Headache
High blood pressure
Menstruation
Tips and Pointers
Squeeze your thighs together once you are on the handstand.
Firm your belly and careful not to arch your back too much.
Modifications
Easier: Use the wall to lean your heals into for balance and support.
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