Focus for November
Inversions
This month we will strengthen
our wrists, arms, and shoulders in preparation for inversions. While
strength is important, we will also look at alignment as being crucial
to accomplishing these upside-down poses.
Headstand and shoulderstand are called the king and queen of asanas.
They are essential for any regular yoga practice and offer many benefits.
The head is the center of sattvic qualities which control discrimination.
When headstand is practiced, healthy blood flows through the blood cells
and thoughts become clearer. This asana is a tonic for people whose
brains tire quickly. Shoulderstand has a direct effect on the thyroid
and parathyroid glands which are situated in the neck region, since
due the firm chinlock the blood supply is increased.
Handstand and forearm stand are included in inversions and bring a lightness
to our body and joy to the heart. We will always start simply and then
practice the many variations that exist for all the inversions. This
month we will be deeply into the heart of fall and with a wise eye we
use our yoga practice to prepare for the winter to come. Join us for
classes and let us be grateful for our strong yoga community.