Comments on: Yoga Poses – Bakasana Headstand http://www.thefitclubnetwork.com/2009/01/yoga-poses-bakasana-headstand/ Fitness and Nutrition Education Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:48:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Dave http://www.thefitclubnetwork.com/2009/01/yoga-poses-bakasana-headstand/#comment-140 Dave Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:57:15 +0000 http://www.thefitclubnetwork.com/?p=344#comment-140 Yes. For either Crane or the headstand version it is easiest to start against a wall or something like a couch (soft). You have to ensure the proper clearance so you can get up on your hands, but if you do you should be able to lightly rest your head on the couch for Crane. That will give you some comfort that you are not going to fall forward. Also, try a spotter if you have a workout partner. When I first started doing the headstand, my yoga teacher spotted me for about three weeks. Then, I had the confidence to do it alone. Keep trying the postures. Remember that yoga isn't about the destination, it is about the journey. Each time I do yoga, I find something new and something challenging. As I have expanded my practice and gone to more advanced classes, I've discovered that there are plenty of advanced moves that make crane seem relatively simple. So there is always something more there to challenge you. Keep bringing it! Yes. For either Crane or the headstand version it is easiest to start against a wall or something like a couch (soft). You have to ensure the proper clearance so you can get up on your hands, but if you do you should be able to lightly rest your head on the couch for Crane. That will give you some comfort that you are not going to fall forward. Also, try a spotter if you have a workout partner. When I first started doing the headstand, my yoga teacher spotted me for about three weeks. Then, I had the confidence to do it alone.

Keep trying the postures. Remember that yoga isn’t about the destination, it is about the journey. Each time I do yoga, I find something new and something challenging. As I have expanded my practice and gone to more advanced classes, I’ve discovered that there are plenty of advanced moves that make crane seem relatively simple. So there is always something more there to challenge you.

Keep bringing it!

]]> By: tinacarson http://www.thefitclubnetwork.com/2009/01/yoga-poses-bakasana-headstand/#comment-139 tinacarson Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:48:33 +0000 http://www.thefitclubnetwork.com/?p=344#comment-139 After reading a few of your Yoga blogs, I have to admit that I do "skip" a couple of the poses. Twisted Half Moon is one of them..it didn't even occur to me that I should keep trying them! Crane actually scares me! What if I fall over onto my head and hurt my neck?? That is my main fear in trying it. Any suggestions? After reading a few of your Yoga blogs, I have to admit that I do “skip” a couple of the poses. Twisted Half Moon is one of them..it didn’t even occur to me that I should keep trying them! Crane actually scares me! What if I fall over onto my head and hurt my neck?? That is my main fear in trying it. Any suggestions?

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