Yoga Journal’s archives series is a curated collection of articles originally published in past issues beginning in 1975. This article first appeared in the July-August 1984 issue of Yoga Journal.

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Headstand is really intimidating if you've never attempted it before, but if you've always longed to stand on your head, here's a series of yoga poses to get you there. Don't worry if it scares you to ...

Often referred to as the king of asana, the Sanskrit word for posture, the headstand is an advanced yoga inversion. Since the headstand involves turning your body upside down, there are a few safety ...

Dua Lipa's "Future Nostalgia" Tour has been a masterclass in memorizing choreography and building stamina, but outside of her onstage workouts, the "Physical" singer makes time to wind down with her ...

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Many yoga practitioners tout the potential health benefits of the headstand, saying the pose clears the mind, energizes the body and improves blood flow to the brain. Also known as Sirsasana, the ...

Alaya F performs a headstand without any support. Photo: Instagram/alayaf Actor Alaya F is always on point when it comes to fitness. The Srikanth actor impressed fans by performing a headstand without ...