Revolved One-Legged Headstand
Parivṛttaikapāda Śīrṣāsana
Works on Obliques · Core · Shoulders
How to do it
- Come into Headstand and take one leg forward, keeping both legs straight.
- Twist the hips and the legs to the side, keeping the shoulders square.
- Hold briefly with steady breath, then unwind and switch sides.
To come out, unwind, lower the legs slowly and rest in Child’s Pose.
Common mistakes
- Don’t twist the neck: rotate from the abdomen.
- Don’t rush.
- Don’t practise without a stable Headstand.
Benefits
- Builds core strength and control.
- Adds a twist to the inversion.
- Develops balance.
Make it easier or different
- Easier: twist with both knees bent.
- Support: practise at a wall.
- Start with Supported Headstand.
Take care: Skip with neck problems, high blood pressure, glaucoma, menstruation or pregnancy.
What next
Not medical advice. Ease off if anything feels sharp or wrong.
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