If your arms, back or neck start getting tired during Shirshasana, you are advised to come out of the asana safely. With gradual practice one will be able to hold this posture stably for longer periods of time.
You should start by holding the headstand for 10-15 seconds and then gradually progress to one to two minutes. If you are doing the headstand against a wall, you can take some of the pressure off your body. Due to which you can remain in this position for some time.
Always listen to your body and don’t ignore discomfort if you want to move forward in your headstand journey. So it’s important to strengthen your neck with some isometric holds and light resistance work.
Thomas also shared some exercises to help improve your neck strength and make your headstand more controlled and safe.
Isometric neck hold: Press your forehead on your palms and hold for 10-15 seconds. Repeat, pressing the back and sides of your head against the resistance. Lie on your back, form a bridge and support yourself on your legs and head. Wait for a while, then slowly lower down.
Resistance Band Neck Flexion/Extension: Wrap a resistance band around your head and hinge it in the front or back. Gently apply pressure on the band to strengthen your neck muscles. Sit or stand straight, gently tuck your chin to your chest and hold for a few seconds.
Published at : 10 Nov 2024 05:20 PM (IST)