Inversion Updates

hi loves,

I’m here. Quietly turning myself upside down several times a day.

And there have been revelations.

A few for now, but much more later.

Sirsasana I // headstand

Practicing sirsa every day has made me much stronger. My core and shoulders inch their way somewhere new with every time I find this shape. I practice sirsa in a way where nearly/ ideally no weight is placed on the head. This requires a lot from the core, but delivers in less stress on the cervical spine.

Interestingly, I was experiencing some coincidental neck stiffness related to riding our heavy cargo bike and a deep massage session really helped.

Sirsa is back to a place of meditation and contemplation for me while I am in it.

Adho Mukha Vrksasana// Hand-stand

Physical observations: gripping the floor and pressing up through the heels help me maintain stability.

I still have to concentrate a lot on getting and being here.

One thing I noticed coincidental to all of this inversion practice was feeling very high-strung and fatigued. I think this could be a product of some lifestyle choices I’ve made lately… ahem, drinking coffee a few times a week in addition to the inversions.

My antidote has been to spend twice as long in child’s pose and legs up the wall afterwards. This is working well.

Viparita Karani// legs up the wall

This shape is a balm for all that ails my vata imbalance.

Sleeplessness, restlessness, exhaustion: legs up the wall feels good.

My sacrum has really appreciated it lately. I have been weighing myself down with a heavy blanket over the belly whilst in the shape.

I will report back again soon.

How are things working out for you?

LOVE, kelly