Challenge yourself to get upside down. It’s a great party trick.
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First, make sure your body is ready to attempt a headstand. You can strengthen your upper body and improve your flexibility with these moves here.
Once you feel confident that you're ready to give it a go, Jess Blake, yoga instructor at YogaWorks NYC, suggests you practice the following five moves. When you first start out, do these moves against a wall or have a friend spot you to reduce the risk of injury.
Headstands are great for party tricks, facing your fear of falling, and taking really cool photos for Instagram (amongst many other things.) So get started! You got this.
Come into table top position.
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Clasp your hands and place your head on the mat.
• Lower to your forearms and place your elbows directly under your shoulders.
• Interlace your fingers, but leave space the size of an egg between your palms. (The outer edge of your hands, wrists, forearms and elbows will be your only foundation for headstand.)
• Place the crown of your head on the floor with the back of your head against your hands.
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