Dvi Pada Viparita Dandasana - Upward Facing Two-Foot Staff Pose

Dvi Pada Viparita Dandasana - Upward Facing Two-Foot Staff Pose

STEPS : Lie on the back. Bend the knees and bring them near the buttocks, about hip distance wide. Bring the palms to the floor next to the head. Exhale and push into the hands to lift the hips, chest, and head. Reposition the head so that the top of the head is on the floor, as if you were coming into headstand. Carefully lower the forearms onto the floor and interlace the fingers in a headstand position. Walk the feet out until the legs are straight. Breathe while holding the pose. Walk the feet back in, then exhale and carefully lower.

Benefits of Dvi Pada Viparita Dandasana - Upward Facing Two-Foot Staff Pose

  • Deeply stretches thighs, abdomen and chest
  • Great for athletes
  • Makes body flexible and agile