Iyengar: Shoulder Stands Three Ways • Shara Lewis • 15 min
Iyengar & Align
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18m
Learn how to set up props correctly in order to safely go into Salamba Sarvangasana (supported shoulder stand). This mini class offers three different ways to work on shoulder stand, with details on how to measure for correct positioning. We do not stay in shoulder stand long; the class is intended to provide you with the correct set ups so that you can work safely within class, or on your own, to build time in your Salamba Sarvangasana.
Suggested Props: Three blankets, mat, one block (optional: yoga belt, wall, chair)
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