Blog Posts
Welcome to our Yoga Blog. We publish regular content about Iyengar yoga in the fields of Iyengar practice, yoga as it relates to health and medical issues (such as back pain), and yoga in relation to physical and mental wellbeing.
Why Inversions Matter: The Daily Power of Sirsasana and Sarvangasana in Iyengar Yoga
Why are Headstand and Shoulderstand so central in Iyengar Yoga? In this blog post, we explore Sīrsasana and Sarvangasana as B.K.S. Iyengar taught them - examining how inversions support circulation, the nervous system, breath, and overall vitality, and why he encouraged their daily practice. A clear and accessible read for anyone wanting to understand the deeper purpose of these keystone poses.