Want to Balance in Forearm Stand? A Yoga Sequence to Get You There

Forearm Stand requires amazing upper body and core strength, and here's a pose to target both those areas.

• From Downward Facing Dog, shift your weight forward so your shoulders are over your wrists.
• One at a time, lower your forearms to the floor with your palms facing down. Place your elbows where your hands were, and spread your fingers wide. You want your body to be in one straight line, with your heels over your toes.
• Draw your belly button toward your spine. Keep the muscles in your tush relaxed, draw your shoulders away from your ears, and gaze between your hands.
• Hold like this for five complete breaths. Then come back onto your hands and press back into Downward Facing Dog.