Shirshasana (Headstand) – King of Asanas – How To Do, Precaution, Benefits & Risks

“Shirshasana” is a master yoga practice which is done by putting your head down and leg up. Because of its multiple benefits, it is called the “king of all asanas” . The word “Shirshasana” derive from the Sanskrit word ‘ Sirsha ’ which means ‘ head ’ and ‘ asana ’ which means ‘ posture ’. “ Shirshasana ” has many variations, like: 1. Salamba Shirshasana (Headstand) 2. Salamba Shirshasana 2 (Headstand 2 (palms down, shoulder width)) 3. Salamba Shirshasana 3 (Headstand 3 (palms down, in front of face)) 4. Baddha Hasta Shirshasana (Bound Hands Headstand) 5. Baddha Konasana Shirshasana (Bound Angle Pose in Headstand) 6. Eka Pada Shirshasana (Single Leg Headstand) 7. Mukta Hasta Shirshasana (Free Hands Headstand) 8. Parivrttaikapada Shirshasana (Single Leg Revolved Headstand) 9. Parshva Shirshasana (Side Headstand) 10. Parshvaikapada Shirshasana (Single Leg Headstand) 11. Upavistha Konasana Shirshasana (Seated Angle Pose in Headstand) 12. Urdhva Padmasana in Shirshasana (Upward Lotus in He...