{"id":19055,"date":"2022-07-29T05:52:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-29T04:52:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/?p=19055"},"modified":"2024-02-24T12:47:21","modified_gmt":"2024-02-24T12:47:21","slug":"yoga-inversions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/yoga-inversions\/","title":{"rendered":"Yoga Inversions: The top 8 benefits of Inversions\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/1-1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/1-1.png\" alt=\"handstand - inversion\" class=\"wp-image-19082\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/1-1.png 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/1-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/1-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/1-1-624x351.png 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ever wondered what an inversion is and why on earth anyone would want to carry their body weight on their hands instead of their feet?&nbsp;Read on for our top benefits of doing yoga inversions.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yoga inversions can invoke quite a range of emotional responses in different people, from fear, and anxiety, to curiosity, excitement, and pride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It might seem a bit backwards to turn yourself upside down but inversions have many health benefits that make them worthwhile! Turning things upside down challenges us to change our perspective, be conscious and present, and can be a great way to shake up our energy if we are feeling stagnant.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/live-online-introduction-to-inversions-workshop\/\" style=\"background-color:#f52d63\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Join our LIVE online &#8216;Introduction to Inversions&#8217; workshop with Sylvia Garcia <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What exactly is an inversion in yoga?&nbsp;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yoga asana\u2019s (poses) where your heart and hips are above your head &#8211; you are upside down, changing the blood flow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can beginners do inversions?&nbsp;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">YES! Ok so you may not be starting with a handstand and it sounds pretty scary to talk about going upside down, but it is a journey and you can progresses gradually on that journey. You can start with simply learning the correct <a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-412-handstand-day-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">alignment in plank<\/a>, so you build strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also begin with easy inversions (head below heart) in many simple poses such as a forward fold or downward facing dog.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/2-1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/2-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19084\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/2-1.png 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/2-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/2-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/2-1-624x351.png 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should I include inversions in my yoga practice?&nbsp;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inversions have been becoming more popular, somewhat because of instagram, but also because of their many benefits!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inversions are challenging mentally and physically, they help us to improve our flexibility and balance and also develop more <a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/yoga-for-strength\/\">muscle strength<\/a> which can help with posture and overall body alignment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember that when you\u2019re practising the more challenging forms of inversions it is good to start out with supervision and guidance from an expert. Start slowly, build strength and confidence and take baby steps on your journey upside down. You can also get the benefits of inverting from much gentler practices and build strength slowly with regular practice drills to train your <a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-523-uddiyana-bandha-tutorial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bandhas<\/a>, breath and body.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/challenge-handstand\" style=\"background-color:#f52d63\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sign up for a FREE 14-day trial and access the 30 day Handstand Challenge<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having said that, inversions may not be for everyone. <strong>Inversions are contraindicated<\/strong> if you have head, neck, or spine injuries, high blood pressure (unmedicated), some heart conditions, recent stroke, or detached retina.<em> If in doubt then we recommend you talk with your doctor and teacher to be sure and feel safe.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The top 8 benefits of Inversions:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>They are fun!&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Energising and improves focus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increases muscular strength, posture and mobility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improves balance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduces Pain and Boosts Immunity&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Builds confidence and trust in yourself<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Humbling&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A change of perspective&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/2.jpg\" alt=\"crow pose - inversion \" class=\"wp-image-19070\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/2.jpg 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/2-624x351.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. They are fun!&nbsp;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are a chance for us to be playful, to connect to our inner child that wants to roll around on the floor, jump upside down and cartwheel across the grass. Inversions are a moment of your yoga practice to be less contemplative and more lighthearted!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Energising and improves focus<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Feeling low energy? Too much computer time? You can reinvigorate without a coffee, just take a few breaths in a handstand instead!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inverting sends oxygenated blood to the brain, improves blood circulation and stimulates the lymphatic system. This transports more oxygen and nutrients around the body whilst removing toxins and waste. The nutrient and oxygen intake to the cells increases and triggers the release of endorphins that improve focus, energy levels and lifts our mood too.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inversions also relax the nervous system by lowering the heart rate, and this is another reason we may feel more focused after being upside down.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/\" style=\"background-color:#f52d63\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sign up for your 14 day FREE Trial! <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Increases muscular strength, posture and mobility<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inversions require strength in several muscle groups. There are often drills and practices you can do regularly to build up strength in these specific areas. They also require over all body mobility so practising inversions and the prep toward inversions can improve your range of motion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prep poses like \u2018downward facing dog\u2019 works really well for lengthening the back body and also strengthening the muscles needed to help us correct our posture.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Improves balance<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being upside down demands a strong mind-body awareness as you are challenging your body to be in new shapes, against the flow of gravity, and often out of your comfort zone. There is a strong necessity for your body to find equilibrium, balance mentally and physically, in order to get stronger and be more agile.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/5.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/5.jpg\" alt=\"handstand - inversion\" class=\"wp-image-19075\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/5.jpg 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/5-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/5-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/5-624x351.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Reduces Pain and Boosts Immunity&nbsp;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through the reversing of gravity and gentle movements, inversions improve lymphatic flow and circulation, and moves fluid build up from the limbs, back towards the heart. This can reduce pain and swelling in the limbs. Improved circulation of the lymphatic system also improves immune function as it allows lymph to move quicker and easier around the body, collecting and converting toxins and bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/\" style=\"background-color:#f52d63\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sign up for your 14 day FREE Trial! <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Builds confidence and trust in yourself<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every time we conquer something new that felt out of reach before, we build more faith in ourselves and our capacity to do things!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jumping up into our first handstand might have been terrifying, but 1 year on and you\u2019re feeling more confident. It reaffirms to us that little by little we CAN do anything.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Humbling&nbsp;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inversions are a friendly reminder that we all have to go at our own pace. You can\u2019t skip steps I&#8217;m afraid. Getting there, being strong, mobile, balanced and focused\u2026 all comes from starting from the foundations and building upwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. A change of perspective&nbsp;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a chance to literally turn things upside down. See things from a different perspective. The same way we get stuck in the pattern that we only stand on our feet, we also start to see assumptions and patterns we might have in situations, relationships and work. Inversions are a reminder to look at things differently. Think to yourself\u2026 how would this situation look another way round?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/\" style=\"background-color:#f52d63\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sign up for your 14 day FREE Trial! <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Have we sparked your curiosity? Interested to get started or learn more?&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Join a LIVE online workshop with <a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-teacher\/sylviagarcia\">Sylvia Garcia<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/live-online-introduction-to-inversions-workshop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">An introduction to inversions<\/a> &#8211; 24th August 2022 &#8211; build confidence, trust your body and have fun!<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/8.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19062 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/8.jpg 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/8-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/8-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/8-624x351.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/BLOG-HEADER-IMAGE-JOANNA-2.png\" alt=\"handstand challenge - yoga inversion\" class=\"wp-image-19061 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/BLOG-HEADER-IMAGE-JOANNA-2.png 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/BLOG-HEADER-IMAGE-JOANNA-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/BLOG-HEADER-IMAGE-JOANNA-2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/BLOG-HEADER-IMAGE-JOANNA-2-624x351.png 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try the FREE <a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/challenge-handstand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Handstand Challenge<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MFML<\/a> with <a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-teacher\/sylviagarcia\">Sylvia Garcia<\/a> &#8211; 30 days to get strong and have fun!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"fb_wrap\"><a class=\"fb_link\" onclick=\"fbs_click('https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/yoga-inversions','');return false;\" href=\"#\">Send to Facebook<\/a><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ever wondered what an inversion is and why on earth anyone would want to carry their body weight on their hands instead of their feet?&nbsp;Read on for our top benefits of doing yoga inversions. 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