Sometimes the "advanced" pose isn't the best choice for your body. Headstands place stress on the cervical spine. As we age, our spinal disc space naturally narrows. A headstand may compress and impede the nerves, leading to pain or numbness.
In today's video, we break down when it might be time to embrace Legs Up the Wall pose instead of Headstand. You get the same inversion benefits while keeping your neck safe, neutral, and supported.
Try it out.
You can view this video and more on my YouTube Channel, Firefly Community.
