advanced

Open Hand Headstand B

Mukta Hasta Sirsasana B

MOOK-tah hahs-TAH sheer-SHAH-sah-nah B

An advanced headstand variation where the legs are spread wide into a straddle split while inverted. It challenges balance, core strength, and inner thigh flexibility, demanding precision and control.

Chakras
PrimaryAjna (Third Eye)
SecondarySvadhisthana (Sacral)Manipura (Solar Plexus)
Gaze:Nose Tip
Quick Summary
  • From Open Hand Headstand, slowly spread legs wide to a straddle.

  • Keep legs straight and active, toes pointing up.

  • Maintain strong core and shoulder engagement.

Foundation
  • Requires a stable Open Hand Headstand and significant hamstring/adductor flexibility.

  • Press through hands and crown of head firmly, establishing a strong tripod base.

Alignment
  • Actively press outer thighs toward the ceiling, engaging quadriceps.

  • Keep the hips stacked over the shoulders, and the legs centered over the hips.

  • Engage the core deeply to support the lower back and maintain stability.

Breathe deeply and smoothly, using the breath to sustain the balance and stretch.
inversion