Secret #42 SHOULDER STAND (Sarvangasana) [Shar - van - gahs - anna]
I am not going to get all YOGI on you. I will tell you a few reasons why this pose is life altering-mood lifting and easy enough to do anywhere. Try it….
Benefits
- The energy center (chakra) in the throat is particularly vitalized-MMMM….
- Enriched blood flows to the brain and tranquilizes the mind(helps with the blues)
- Thyroid and thymus glands are stimulated
- Flexibility of the cervical spine is improved and the nerves running from the neck to the brain are toned.
- Overall circulation of oxygen and blood is increased diminishing stagnant blood and fluids. (you look really good when you stand up!)
Cautionary Notes/Modifications
- Advised not to practice this pose if you have an enlarged thyroid, liver or spleen; arthritis of the neck, slipped disc, heart ailment or advanced stages of pregnancy.
