Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner
Sleeping Angle Pose
Supta Konasana
A wide-legged inversion where the legs open laterally while the torso rests on the shoulders.
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How to Perform
- 1
From Halasana, separate the legs wide keeping the heels lifted and toes active.
- 2
Hold the big toes with the hands to stabilize the legs.
- 3
Lengthen the spine toward the ceiling, breathing steadily.
- 4
Bring the legs back together, release the toes, and roll the spine down to the mat.
Benefits
- Opens hamstrings and inner thighs while inverted.
- Strengthens shoulders and upper back.
- Massages abdominal organs, aiding digestion.
Alignment Cues
- Shoulders bear weight, neck stays free
- Legs open evenly from center
- Spine stays vertical without collapsing
- Chin naturally tucks toward sternum
Common Mistakes
No common mistakes listed.
Contraindications
- • Neck injury or cervical spine issues
- • Uncontrolled hypertension
- • Glaucoma or retinal pathology
- • Pregnancy after first trimester
- • Menstruation (traditional guidance)
- • Recent shoulder injury
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Halasana SeriesHipsIntermediateInversions-ShoulderstandLegsPlough FamilySpineasana