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An advanced inversion performed from Shoulderstand, where the legs are crossed into Lotus Pose and then lifted towards the sky. It offers a deep hip opening while demanding core strength and balance, promoting internal focus and blood flow reversal.
Enter Shoulderstand, then cross legs into Lotus.
Lift the Lotus legs upward, balancing on shoulders.
Keep core engaged and breath steady.
Establish a strong and stable Shoulderstand (Salamba Sarvangasana) first.
Ensure a comfortable and pain-free Lotus Pose (Padmasana) is accessible before attempting in inversion.
Maintain a straight line from shoulders to hips, with the Lotus legs extending vertically.
Keep the weight evenly distributed on the shoulders, not the neck.
Engage the core to lift the pelvis and maintain stability.