Head Stand Yoga Pose - How To Do a Headstand for Beginners

Learn the foundations of Headstand pose or Sirsasana! In this video we build integrity and increase awareness for a strong supported headstand. This inversion, when practiced mindfully, has loads of benefits! It is focused and sweet. It can bring confidence and a sense of play to your life. It can relieve anxiety, remove stress energy and increase focus and self confidence. It can stimulate and cleanse the systems - including a nice assist to the metabolism. It has been referred to as "the king of all yoga poses" and can be quite fun! Headstand is a multifaceted posture and should not be rushed. Practice self love and move nice and slow. Increasing strength and moving with ease. Enjoy how this pose unfolds with regular practice. Find What Feels Good.
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[@enzosrecipes8198]

At age 57 I did my first headstand yesterday. If you can get a 57-year-old guy from Brooklyn to do a headstand, you can do anything. You are amazing, Adriene!

[@b.ercoli561]

Outstanding!!! Bravo!!! I'm 54 and this pose is on my agenda for this year!

[@rebeccagoldi6565]

most inspiring thing i have read this year!! :)

[@IR-RA]

Wow!!!

[@amraevers2797]

You've inspired me 🙂

[@Sandeepyogastudio]

Plz once watch my headstand as well .. I'm Master in headstands....

[@lindatyler6584]

It took me 8 weeks, but I finally did it. I can hold it for 3 minutes. Perseverance!

[@norahefny9505]

كنتي بتعمليها ع ايه ؟ الارض و ف الاول ع سرير...؟

[@WallieTheRed]

How long did you practice for each day?

[@lindatyler6584]

Rail Wall, I practiced twice a day, for 5-10 minutes each time.

[@divyasri3873]

Should I be fit and flexible already to do a headstand.. Or with practice can I do it without any other exercises?

[@lindatyler6584]

@@divyasri3873 , I would say I am "medium" fit and not overweight, but I had weak arms. So you can probably try to do the headstand without getting fit first. Let me know how it goes!

[@whitneyl6923]

Going to need a stronger sports bra for this. Almost suffocated myself.

[@CoreyJayB]

LOL

[@mayurchavda2353]

😂😂😉

[@caber1977]

😂💜

[@Perfect492]

Wish I could relate

[@lysbebout7911]

You got me rollin🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@bombus588]

I was so shocked when my feet actually left the ground that I completely lost balance, fell backwards and landed on my laptop. The laptop broke. Great tutorial though!

[@suhahahani]

HAHAHA are you okay??

[@shubhsvenuflute3244]

@@suhahahani 😂

[@zimasangxabazi7061]

😂😂😂

[@bombus588]

@@suhahahani haha yes I am, only the laptop was not :)

[@flatmattress3203]

i imagined this happening and told myself "we're not there today, but if we ever are we're going to move the laptop to the side"

[@mycatisjudgingyou]

Just wanted to let you know, if nobody has said it before, you're like the Bob Ross of yoga. And yes, I mean that as a compliment!

[@inabjoerk]

Is it normal to feel nauseous after a first try? (I didn’t get to the part where I actually lifted my legs)

[@phuongthao7499]

Amanda Baker x

[@shershaah8136]

Hi

[@leticianogueirabarbosa1195]

Oh yes

[@RoobehTunes]

Tried the crow pose and had a "happy little accident" 😁

[@everybodysproblems]

All other yoga you tubers go way too fast it's impossible to comprehend and moreover it's unsafe for beginners (even when it specifies it's for 'beginners') - you're definitely the best yoga instructor on KZbin

[@marijamiskovich4308]

Agreed :)

[@britneyvalaco9647]

I agree

[@britneyvalaco9647]

I agree

[@stacy6479]

she is my fav too!

[@SimplyElan]

I totally agree

[@marisacastillo6347]

I am mid 40's plus 200 lbs - I went as far as cradling the head in the hands and straitening legs. And that is where I stopped ... for today. I am very proud of myself and plan to continue and strengthen a bit each time to reach a headstand!!!!

[@inlonging]

How did it go Marisa ? I am obese and looking at this pose hesitantly, not sure about putting that much weight upside Down

[@clairekoutras392]

You got this!

[@m.caneda4205]

I don't understand how we can be the same species. She is doing this while talking in the most relaxed voice!

[@Ricardo7250]

Me in a headstand: 🙃

[@roizeldiez3500]

So cute 🤣

[@tylert7584]

Don't know why this made me laugh

[@user-ly4ut6xh7q]

Hahaa

[@bharathsf]

hahahaha

[@arijitsmusic8192]

I love this comment.

[@KaraaaCarpenter]

This video is like 5 years old but just wanted to come and say, I did a headstand today and I'm so proud of myself and I only got into yoga because of this channel so thank you

[@Mariamhamwi]

Kara did u do it on the same day of watching the video!?

[@imamea7946]

Mariam H. None of your beeeznus You beautiful woman!!

[@shamayalsyed5226]

Kara how long did it take?

[@imamea7946]

shamayal syed Fooorty fiiiiiive meeeenutes you beautiful soul

[@imamea7946]

shamayal syed Fooorty fiiiiiive meeeenutes you beautiful soul

[@fatimase8749]

I did it!!! I've been practicing since the beginning of the lockdown and finally I did it today😊 I kept it for 1_2 seconds and then fell down and broke the curtain😂😂 Omg I have a tiny scar on my back but still so proud😄🥰

[@GhostRider-jg1jl]

Fatima Se lol

[@shelbyrodgers3496]

CONGRATS!!! This is inspiring to hear :) I just started practicing this yesterday for the first time in yeeeeears (when I tried it an injured myself)! Naturally clumsy yogis, *unite* ! lol

[@ivannapavliuk2199]

After I fell once, i started putting a bean bag in front of me as a precaution

[@m.caneda4205]

Congrats! I can't even take my feet off of the ground . Did you use any other videos to strengthen your arms? I feel like my shoulders are way too weak for this lol

[@sun4502]

No pose is too beneficial to risk injury. Don't do any pose if you find it too difficult

[@arveewhere]

I’ve only been practicing yoga for 3 months now and I’m following Adrien’s calendar for July. When I realized this is today’s practice, I was quite sad and afraid to be honest because I knew I wouldn’t be able to do it yet. I was expecting to be disappointed after the video. But then I got through it anyway because I made a commitment to myself to show up to my mat daily. I still wasn’t able to do the headstand like everybody else here but surprisingly I didn’t get disappointed with myself. In fact, I was happy I get to work with my body in building strength with integrity and in being gentle even when I can’t do it yet. Thank you Adriene for what you do. Thanks for this video for not making it feel like we have to be able to do it. In time, I will, but for now, namaste . 🙏🏻

[@isabellegrankvist9458]

Same here!

[@fruzsinafarkas4076]

Same here! Never ever feel that you should be able to do a pose. You would be surprised how many of us can't do it. I couldn't lift both leg so I practiced by switching them. I really felt my muscles.. Still more than I could do a few months ago! 😊 Show up, enjoy your time on mat and do your best without toxic thoughts. Nothing else matter! Congrats on your commitment, you are a star! Sending love ❤️

[@rachelp8868]

ditto! we all got this!

[@isabellegrankvist9458]

@@fruzsinafarkas4076

[@hazelnutmeg3897]

Be patient and gentle with yourself =) I started Yoga with Adriene around the same time you did. At the time I was doing one of her 30 days yoga journeys but, as a personal goal, I set myself to learn the headstand too. So I would come back to this practice every day after my daily video. On the first day, I couldn't do the full pose either. But I was still very content with myself because this video is built in a way that you feel like she is journeying slowly and mindfully with you and it's very comforting and uplifting. And you know what? To this day, if I were to say what I love the most about headstand, I would definitely say that it was the enjoyment of seeing the pose unfold a little more every day. It's really an enlightening and fulfilling experience to see the concrete results of your progressive and constant effort. Just a bit of daily ( not necessarily daily, I skip practice sometimes) commitment and mindfulness gets you there. And the beauty of it is how you learn to take it easy on yourself, to treat your body with love, respect, and patience and appreciate the short term evolutions that slowly pile up to take you to your goal. And before you even know it, you're doing a headstand! And you look back at your first day and you savor the fulfillment that the journey brings to you. Enjoy! Namaste =)

[@HazegirlXD]

In quarantine... this is what I’ll be practicing on for the time being

[@zhzh4800]

Lol same here but how it goes with you for me i feel bored that when reach to the stand it fail so i really get bored 😞

[@LadyUnderhill]

Me too!

[@susmitapant7916]

me three😁😁

[@amyhawkins9873]

Me too! I am no where near. It scares the crap out of me and my arms are so flippin weak! So this is my quarantine test haha

[@kewginger1474]

me too im having a headstand off with a friend when we finally meet back up :)

[@garyknight1594]

This is definitely the best way to learn the Yoga Headstand. Really important to understand the concept that the forearms take the bulk of the weight & the head only takes 10 >15% of the load. By learning this in stages you will strengthen your forearms and learn the correct technique. Don’t rush, be patient & it will come. The best video instruction on this area, as you would expect from an amazing teacher.

[@solverwriter119]

I have a deep fear of this asana. I never be able to do it. My forearms are weak...

[@susanhollingsworth5875]

My goal for this year is to do a headstand before my birthday!! Today was the day I held it for 60 seconds. Oh my! I had a total hip replacement December 23rd, 2020 and I am turning 70 on December 27th. Yoga with Adrien is the best! Thank you!

[@nattaloca]

It made me happy reading you, I’m sharing your joy, Susan, hope you’re doing great ❤️‍🩹

[@weibseradano8429]

There's only one enemy here: Gravity

[@cuter_thanu5004]

True😭🙌

[@queenschannel768]

Yea this 😭😭😭

[@fsafiri2488]

Physics you know

[@snowkooo8461]

yhh if it's not exist , i won't be watching this video 😁cuz i already can do it

[@jamiemumby]

I'm a 44 year old guy, and I've just done a headstand!! Thank you Adriene!

[@thebestSixZero]

Well that's creepy

[@mery3891]

@@thebestSixZero lol ikr

[@sn1000k]

its not creepy. i get it dude. im 38.

[@princeicio]

@@thebestSixZero What's creepy about that, paranoid assholes?

[@thebestSixZero]

@@princeicio did the snowflake got triggered

[@suzanneouellette1736]

For beginners, get close to a wall, it help a lot because you don't want to fall backward. I first tried at 59 years old. Never thaugh I could do it. I am proud of myself and give me confidence to do harder poses and keep challenging myself and being safe at the same time.

[@janneskogli3916]

wow great! But did your fingers hurt? I dont understand where I should put my hands, and my fingers hurt

[@redfullpack]

Don't your neck and top of your head feel the pain?

[@crosswindaviation469]

im 69 rn

[@Jasmine-kn5ii]

I can finally do a headstand after practicing over and over again within 3 days!! I've never thought that I would be able to do it! I mean, I'm not a sporty nor flexible girl.. So this is something I'm really proud of. At first I always fall to the front hitting my head so I got to put a bunch of pillows around me. Practicing on the wall is also an option! It'll make it much easier, and when you're ready, you can slowly step back from the wall. Also, don't put your arms too far away from eachother or else you're not gonna balance properly! Thank you sooo much! This video is really helpful!

[@userwhatever]

Within 3 days... You r giving me hope😍

[@nygeriaheyeam7927]

Yea.. 3 days is more practical lol

[@compassexcursion1857]

I did it also for 3 days. It worked, thanks adriane

[@tasfinnushaibah5243]

How old are you?

[@anitarani562]

3 days only..... Kudos to you dear 👏

[@chiyopipi5672]

SHIFT day 9, I thought to myself there’s no way in heaven that I’d be able to do this! I’ve only been practicing yoga by following Adriene’s Yoga Calendar since HOME 2020. I thought to skip it but then I did it anyway, halfway during the practice something clicked and I could lift one foot, and then the other. Then I lifted both feet and even though it was far then perfect I ACTUALLY DID A FRIGGING HEADSTAND!!! OMG!!! I really could cry. I did fell over hard after another attempt against the door and my SO rushed to see wtf was wrong with me but at least I know I’d get better with practice!!! Thank you Adriene you’re amazing!!!!!

[@garyknight1594]

I said 6 months ago this the best instruction on the yoga headstand. Just to qualify, the importance of keeping the integrity of the shoulder girdle is vital. I am 62 and I spent ages with this posture, once I learnt not to collapse the shoulders then the rest of the pose followed quickly. Adrienne is brilliant in that she spends so much time on this principle, which shows the high quality of her instruction. She is an amazing teacher

[@sarahschwarz9972]

Really well said. 100% agree. I am a complete yoga layman but Adriene makes me feel everything is possible with practice and patience.

[@froufroudeluxe]

So I did this at my parent's house in my comfy shirt without a bra underneath... I kinda flashed my parents BUT I never was this close to an amazing headstand! Thanks Adriene, you rock!

[@latonijfrazier3292]

Ruby-Lou 😂😂

[@YogaCandi]

Haha that made my day Ruby-Lou! ;)

[@hugsandkissesxoxo]

😂😂😂

[@Anime.kyoushi]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@rachaelkoontz4089]

😂

[@unastankovic3160]

I decided to switch around today's and tomorrow's practice since I'm going on a trip tomorrow and will be "forced" to do it at the crack of dawn (didn't want to have to hang upside down that early). I've been doing yoga since I was 14 (so for three years now) but I've never tried a headstand, and this was so much fun!!! I completely was not aware of my capabilities, and I'm super excited to keep working on it! Namaste everyone

[@winterwolf1111]

I am so impressed with how clear these instructions are that I could do it just with audio!

[@butchbrittany1208]

Best yoga instructor ever.

[@yogawithadriene]

Daw. Love you.

[@dis-democratizacaodainform1843]

Isnt she?

[@englerwhi]

Adriene - I have to tell you. I taught yoga for two years and never did inversions in class bc I have a deep fear of them. I watched this video for the first time 4 days ago, practicing everyday. I now can do a headstand. I could cry. Thank you so much! :)

[@englerwhi]

Can we work on handstand now?! :)

[@tonyarena491]

can you?

[@caysiayers7242]

englerwhi thank u somebody agrees with me because she was talking for ever

[@Katieloveslife]

very awesome!

[@jenniferaustin2383]

englerwhi i

[@healingingrace]

Having to finally lift both of my legs away from the earth made me burst into tears (happy tears) i am so proud of myself and amused by how my body can develop so much strength and integrity that i wasn't aware of before starting yogo! Thank you Adriene, you really changed my life and i finally found a way to heal any anxiety or stress. I really love yoga-never thought i would!

[@aimeesygney6515]

Got about 9 minutes in and started shaking, proud of myself for making it that far and I look forward to coming back to this practice as I get stronger!

[@Diana-ci7yx]

I never thought that I was this weak until I started yoga, but already getting stronger, thank you Adriene :)

[@fallat1sthurdle]

Keep going Diana. Youll be a strong WOMAN anytime soon

[@yogawithadriene]

Sometimes you just need to shift your perspective. xoxo #yoga #yogaposes #yogapractice

[@vu488]

beautiful video and useful

[@JacquelinePalmerPlus]

I'm not there mentally but my body is telling me to go for it. Soon!

[@stargirlpuffy]

Yoga With Adriene This is a great vid thank you, i think i might start practicing this now :) Please tell me where you got those leggings from though theyre gorgeous!

[@bhramarieyoga]

stargirlpuffy They look like Teeki pants. I just discovered this brand and could not resist buying a pair of their "hot yoga pants": they have amazing prints, and these pants are really comfy, with a very good quality, plus they are environment-friendly (made from recycled plastic bottles). :)

[@stargirlpuffy]

Marie PANIER thank you! i will check them out :)

[@laurakaye5086]

Adriene giving calm instruction during the pose... I’m like 👀 WOW girl

[@beevegan]

18 minutes and I nailed it!!!! What a great video. I am absolutely buzzing! I swear my yoga mat is like my magic carpet, every time I step on it I go on a journey. Feeling and sending so much love to you Adriene and this whole community 🙏🏻💕 namaste upside down party people!! 🤗

[@kamleshl3515]

can't believe you're talking through so calmly under the pose. ridiculous focus. amazing.

[@connor_can]

I did this and my parents went on for an hour about how i could snap my neck and die😂😂

[@moonstones6298]

Connor Smith that happened to me too when I first started gymnastics 😂

[@mandeepstan]

Yes, the entire pressure is on neck and not on shoulder

[@kateturchenko9104]

ahah it happened to me a half AN hour ago ;DD

[@rachanakhanal4731]

Same

[@Bishesh__5]

Still here you are

[@rmhxr6148]

Put this on last night & managed a bent knee head stand. Today I’ve done about 5!!! No wall to assist. This WORKS.

[@prachijha2289]

After 10 days of consistent core strength building, I FINALLY DID IT. I did the headstand w so much ease. I’m so happy. 😭❤️ Thank you so much, Adriene. Much love to you. 💘

[@heatherfreeman5274]

Goal for 2020 is to try this eventually!!

[@kandaceperkins1365]

Mine too!

[@MissRaymo]

mine too

[@senuriekumanayake3464]

SAME 💛

[@caitlinvandevelde]

Me too! :)

[@soup7917]

Hahaha you dont know whats coming

[@juliespiro4174]

Hi Adriene! I just wanted to send a big thank you from France. I have been doing yoga for many years, and teaching for a few years. I have never been able to do a headstand, even during my intensive training with both instructors in person next to me. This morning, I watched your video, did all the preps, and felt like I got it, that I was going to be able to do it. So I tried, and I went all the way up and stayed there, with little tears of happiness. I discovered you only a few weeks ago, but I am so glad I did. MERCI !!

[@clinhhh6436]

Julie Spiro so inspirational

[@syk-yoga232]

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[@melsfreshwater6020]

So good to know the right position of my arms and hands makes such a difference. I paint ceilings for a living and this is such a work out on my shoulders! Amazing

[@tessj4486]

I was afraid to click on this today, but Adriene hasn’t let me down yet, so I tired. The instructions are so clear, and while I’m not ready for lift off, I loved feeling my muscle engage and really try to get me there! 🙏🏼🥰 “saved” and I will definitely keep practicing

[@helenajuliadebecka8951]

It's the same for me. I was like "head stand it's not from me", but I've done more than I was expecting and I proud that I tried.

[@williamb7275]

It is a great pose. I tried today for the first time in five years. Cannot believe I let that much time go in between. I remember when I first practiced it, it scared me quite a bit.

[@oliviaclifton704]

"My students, my friends, my...homies" love this

[@amyyychelse]

Never done yoga before. Could never do a normal handstand. Now i’m halfway in the air. Truly an amazing video! I’m surprised and so proud of myself.

[@williamb7275]

I was rather excited to see this today on the schedule. It had been five years since last recall doing a headstand. Going in, my arms and right shoulder were already sore. Not wure from what but I made sure to take care and follow the instructions carefully. I would recommend that any beginner, or person returning to this pose after a long while, watch Adriene first, especially when she gets to the part where she cups her hands in preparation for moving the legs upward. Watch each addition after that and then proceed. I did not make a full headstand today, but I did manage my legs bent and up for some moments. Listen to your body and follow the directions carefully. You should not feel strain in your neck. Come down if you do. I had that issue years ago because either I did not push up enough with my arms, or my head was not placed well. Enjoy. Expand day 19. 258 days in a row.

[@elgielazaga]

Love her variation of headstand practice for beginners wherein she conscientiously guide us to do it. Really perfect for those who’ve never done headstand. I was able to do it in 5 days, for 5seconds after more practice, I can now do it for more than a minute. Consistency is the key! :))))

[@kellifly349]

I've been trying to do this pose just out of sheer improvisation and I could never get it until NOW! Awesome step-by-step video. Love it!

[@yogawithadriene]

Use it. Rock it. Love hard. Breathe deep! xooxox

[@haifaaziz9533]

Hi,for how long did u practice until u could do it

[@jesussanchez7342]

la verdad

[@kellifly349]

+haifa aziz like 5 years! It's been a while haha

[@emmarutherford4003]

This was amazing! This is the only headstand practice I've found that doesn't rush and focuses on the foundations! I've been able to get into full headstand using a wall but thanks to you, today I got both knees into my chest and managed to balance for a fair bit without tipping over. My only issue now is that when I try to get my legs up, my body automatically tips to where it knows the wall is. Will keep trying away from the wall! :)

[@florencebd3436]

Hi from France 😃 I'm 55 and I just did my first head stand this morning. I'm so happyyyyyy 😃! Thank you 🙏

[@aloomey]

I’m out of shape, I have joint problems, but i’m super eager. I really want to be able to hold a headstand for at least ten seconds. I’m going to leave this comment and come back to it. Wish me luck!

[@Zasarka]

I wish you the best luck! I am (at least I thought I was) out of shape as well. But I've been doing the Home journey for like 25 days with some attempts for the headstand... Today I finally made it! Just believe to your body! I didn't expect it so I was super enthusiastic when it happend! My day is much better now. How is your progress?

[@nowbuthow4277]

Hi! How's it going for you currently? I'm on my week 2 and just wanted to know how someone is doing after 2 months of this 😀

[@sagemarieingersoll6271]

I DID IT!!! I've been practicing this video everyday in the last week. At first I could only get 7 minutes in before I had to stop. But everyday I've been building strength in my core and arms and today, I DID IT!!! Thank you Adriene for helping build from the ground up.

[@tyunstarrr]

SageMarie Ingersoll hi did you try practicing on the wall first?? What were the process that did you do?

[@sagemarieingersoll6271]

@@tyunstarrr the first couple days I couldn't even get my feet in the air so no, I wasn't against the wall because there wasn't a fear of falling. Once I could get my feet in the air, I practiced near the wall and slowly inched away from it every time as I became more comfortable. Though surprising enough, the one time I did fall backwards (I tried rushing the before process), it didn't even hurt because you just kinda roll instead of crash. Once I realized that, I became even more confident.

[@tyunstarrr]

SageMarie Ingersoll how many days did you practice till you achieved it?

[@sagemarieingersoll6271]

@@tyunstarrr I practiced everyday for a week and then I could do it.

[@tyunstarrr]

SageMarie Ingersoll i tried doing it awhile ago and i can do it now!!

[@micheleg3754]

I can't believe I've just succeded in doing this!!! After almost 5 months since I started doing yoga following your videos (I've done the 30 days of yoga, the revolution one twice and now I'm halfway through the TRUE one) today I've decided to give it a try and it worked, easily!!! I can't thank you enough Adriene, not only for the changes in my body, but especially for the changes in my mind. You're the best!

[@prettypoetic]

No broken record. I literally need all this strength building and foundation 🙌🏽

[@shreyasbiswas]

For all those who couldn't do it .try it by frogstand .it worked for me .I mastered it in 6days

[@TripOnAshley]

I’ve been practicing headstands in class every week for the past month and didn’t get it until I watched your video. The slow breakdown really empowered me to take my time and now I’m able to do a headstand everytime I try! Thank you Adriene!

[@noeliabarbero7526]

I did it!!!! I seriously cannot believe it, I set it as my 2019 goal and it’s not even April yet! I lasted some good two seconds up there because I got too excited but we’ll work on that! Namaste 🙏🏼

[@gen-zfaith5777]

How many days will this yoga takes to complete sister????Will this headstand give pain to neck or not??

[@Bambiinsel]

Hi. I am a 32 old male yogi of yours. I am about 25-30 days into daily yoga. The first week I was switching between your 20-40 minutes beginner sessions and then now following your first 30 days challenge. I just did your day 17. Tried this after the session and got to lifting the knees of the earth before the shoulders fatigued. I am going to work towards this, slowly but surely. Thanks for putting these guides out! Been a joy discovering yoga.

[@hobbytlalover]

Thank you Adrienne. I’ve been building up to this for a few weeks, but I got my first ever headstand done today thanks to your method.

[@gianthefirst]

I didnt think doing a headstand was ever possible until i came across this video! Started off with the wall but wow, this is such a milestone for me. Continue doing what you do, Adriene!

[@placebiak]

OH MY GOOOD! I DID IT ! I didnt believe I can do it some day but today.... I somewhere deep in me.... had feeling that I NEE to try it again... ad... I WAAS THERE! Of course it was next to wall but nevermind... I belive now that some day... i will be able to do it under the sky on the grass with NO wall behind me :) thanks Adriene ! :) thank you very much ! :)

[@alimarie8291]

yay! you inspire me to try!

[@yuchencai8440]

You're awesome! How long have you practiced till success? I have just started trying this.

[@placebiak]

+Cai Yuchen Thanks and SO ARE YOU ! :) You have to just believe that you CAN do it and practise few times... You will be able to do it with little help from wall after few tryes I promise :) JUst dont be afraid... accept your body and when you are afraid today, you can be strong and brave enough tomorrow ! :) good luck :)

[@placebiak]

+Ali Marie Thanks! :) dont be afraid you are awesome like everybody is ! :) just try and believe ! :) good luck

[@yuchencai8440]

+Slavka Bar. Thank you!!! :)

[@mathildehivert3126]

Such a blessing to have your company during the quarantine ! Thank you so much for your amazing work

[@blytzbyrn4808]

I did it! I've always been fit, but never the most balanced person. I'm very bottom heavy so I honestly thought this was one of those poses I'd never be able to do. Huge boost for my confidence! Thank you for this!!

[@itswhatyoumakeit6950]

I guess Adriene really keeps in mind the beginning of her journey and points out feels, thoughts, worries and nips em in the bud for you. She's a true earth angel, such support and guidance, and FREELY GIVEM WITH LOVE!

[@aanaceci]

I love you so much right now. I've been trying to do a head stand for a while now on my own. After two month of being so frustrated I decided to look up how to do it properly and watched a couple videos. Non helped. As soon as I saw yours and tried it, I saw exactly what I was doing wrong and finally did it! Even with my legs high up!!!!!

[@CharlieLamdin]

Just did my first fully extended inversion! Awesome. Thanks Adriene 🙏🏼

[@samsmith4411]

Love, love, love. Finished this practice with a big smile. Well wished everyone, namaste.

[@haleynemeth1918]

Hey Adriene! I just tried this and it was my FIRST TIME EVER doing a headstand. I nailed it immediately! Going slow and building my foundation from the ground up was essential for this. It was so tricky for me to improve strength in my shoulder girdle but once I did that, the headstand came naturally. I'm so proud of myself and showed all my friends and family and I've got YOU to thank!

[@murahachibu]

Thank you. I was bummed out that I couldn’t get this at yoga class last night and couldn’t understand what my teacher was saying I was doing wrong with my shoulders until I saw your video! You’ve given me a great routine to build upon!

[@louiseclarke7814]

Adriene is such such good teacher. I've been lucky enough to already have a headstand in my practise but I didn't learn in such a precise way. I will definitely warm up to a headstand with this in mind in future. 🙏

[@christine8271]

Needed to learn a headstand for my gymnastics class. This got me to at least upright with knees tucked. Thank you!

[@fatinachicca]

Hi Adriene, I'm an Italian girl, sorry for my english, I'm doing 30 days of yoga. I listen your advices and I do Sirsasana!!! I'm so happy!!!

[@dineshsahu2947]

It's call sirsaa aasan.

[@dineshsahu2947]

In Hindi language its called ..

[@naomitulipe]

So, I just subscribed because you call us “my friends” and I love that

[@milicavujovic8627]

Thank you soooo much! I was kicking my legs in the air 2 days last week and today I finally did it after I watched your video yesterday! For about 5 seconds! Soooo happy

[@Julie-jn1ff]

Thank you Adriene (and quarantine) for giving me the motivation to practicing and managing headstand ! Against a wall but hey it's the first step. I now know what pride and self love feels like :)

[@rakhshanda7279]

now that's the real definiton of step-by-step.I had tried a few others before without succeeding. but today I managed to do it on my first try without any injuries. yay 😀 thank you !

[@andie711]

As someone who's always struggled with inverted poses, I almost did a head stand today and I couldn't be more stoked!!

[@intlcrosshomeschool]

What an awesome step-by-step experience. I've never done this before but I DID IT!!!! I could not get both legs straight but I DID IT! I've been doing YWA for just a little over a year now and I have been able to build up the strength in my arms and core and wow..... I did not expect what I was able to do today. Thanks, Adriene!

[@pharmalen5154]

Great vid (and not only this one). Almost year ago I slowly started with yoga for beginners and bed time yoga (still one of my favourites) ...and now I can do the headstand! I'm so proud of me and I want to thank you for making these vids and for being such a lovely person.

[@alokinmassageyogaalocinaka8236]

I tried this, and day 2 was able to get up with my knees bent for 10-15 seconds, only a couple seconds with legs up. So I decided to do some extra strength work doing dolphin with Adrienne, by the evening I got up in class with knees bent. Day 3 up with knees bent, and no strain in back or shoulders for 30 seconds, I am giving myself a 30 day challenge, however mentally I feel so much better. Thank you Adrienne for explaining this in baby steps, makes all the difference, my practice is much deeper now, due to this pose, dolphin and pressing into my arms and away from my ears, and into the ground. Not only in this pose however many others too. Thankyou - you are a gem!

[@lilmysticx3147]

I know this video is old but thank you so much, Adriene! Your explanation of the core foundation, breathing and posture helped me out a lot. I've been practicing twice a day almost everyday for a little over a month and finally could hold the headstand without falling over AND for a couple minutes away from the wall today! The headstand helped so much with de-stressing & I feel like I can breathe much better. Thanks again! xx

[@marykrone5652]

Thank you Adriene! This was magnificent instruction! I did do it against the wall but took my keys away and stood for 30 seconds. The support of the head and using the arms was key. This made my morning 🙏🏼❤️

[@SKiTzGEMINI]

HAPPY NEW YEAR'S 2U and Benji💖😊🙏🏽I am "extremely" happy this journey is called "home". I honestly feel, this journey by far will be my most ultimate. I say this because, when i stumbled upon you (i beleive about a year and a half ago) I was "homeless". For almost a year my children and i had to live in a shelter and it was the utmost horrible experience of our lives. Everyday i tried to practice, i also dedicated myself to staying focused, positive, and strong in order to make my goals come true... i want to thank you Adrienne and my Yoga family(worldwide) for being the first true love and support that I've had in TRULY a very long time. I'm happy to say my children and i have been in our "New" home for about 4 months now💖👏🏽😁 and today was MY day1 in HOME JOURNEY and it felt great AND stiff at the same time but I accomplished it👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽😁 my next goal is repurchasing my yoga tools🙏🏽 these hardwood floors are so mean to my bones🤣🤣🤣 Peace Blessings from a ForeignTraveler*TravelinForeigner🇻🇮🇻🇮🇻🇮🇻🇮

[@ThufailahMujahidah]

Thank you, adriene. At first I tried this headstand, i was afraid that I couldn't do this. From this headstand, I learn that I have to trust myself that I can do this. And finally, I did it :)

[@envice1]

This is too dope!! I learnt to do a whole headstand in 10mins!! Hoping to be doing handstands by this summer. Thank youuuu

[@phyllissmith4599]

I'm not there yet but maybe tomorrow! I love when you start fromthe absolute basics, Adriene! It makes these postures seem much more accessible. Namaste

[@julianaaraujooo]

It's 2019 and I just found this video. After trying to follow the step by step by other KZbinr and failing and ending up with a neck pain, I finally tried this and I DID IT!!!! It worked on the very first time I tried! Thank you so much, Adrienne!

[@djcsant]

I love that everyone on the comment section can do it. Hey, I'm getting there too just needs more time 🙏 much love, namaste! #Shift

[@sangeethasumamg]

Namasthe

[@mokshamehta9963]

I tried it for the first time today and she guided so well and I was able to do it for good few seconds and I’m incredibly proud of myself for that 🥺

[@trailciessignatures4430]

I was unable to do this after inconsistently trying for about a month, till I watched your videos and just after two days of following your step by step instructions. I did it😊!Thanks Adriene.

[@NhungHa-rr6kw]

Thank you for your clear instructions Adriene. I did it after 3 days of practice.

[@carolineportante5361]

I just want to thank you for being the best thing on youtube. I started doing yoga in April of this year, as we were going into lockdown here in California, and watching your videos have literally been keeping me alive during this horrendous year. I am so grateful

[@nidhiraid]

This is the only headstand tutorial you ever need💯 I practiced everyday and achieved this pose in a month🤗

[@PrabodiniSemasinghe]

This is truely a great guidance ! I followed all the steps and I was able to get into the headstand within 2 days. Thanks Adriene. You are awesome!

[@HeatherMusicc]

One of my goals for 2018 I’ll be back to this foundation a lot

[@mapple34]

HeatherMusicc how's your headstand progressing?

[@rip_pip]

How's it going?

[@user-wj8yp7bx1n]

How are you now?

[@crosswindaviation469]

@@user-wj8yp7bx1n she ded

[@davidcates6765]

Good Afternoon Fellow Travelers of the Mat this headstand is a wow practice 😀surprised myself again. See you on the mat tomorrow 🧘🏿‍♂️🖖🏿 Oh Happy Juneteeth (1st as a National holiday )

[@lovez61904]

I did it!! On my 34th birthday 🥳 I remember trying this over 6 years ago but today, it was just so easy!! Wow!! Thank you for your monthly calendars!!

[@tiramichu20]

I was able to do it right away! (And without a wall, too) Thanks to your tutorial. 😍 The foundations and warm-ups really helped. I lifted my bent knees up slowly and felt my core and my shoulders active and engaged. My back felt nice and straight and that’s when I was able to fully lift my legs up holding the position for about 10 seconds.

[@JoanneKatzman]

Expand Day 19: When I was a kid my sister and I used to do headstand contests to see who could stay upside down longest, and I never lost my ability to do a headstand, all these decades later (I'm 50+) . I found Adriene's method more challenging than the way I learned. I think it might be helpful to first watch the video, then play it a second time and follow the steps. My husband walked in after I finished the video and I showed him the difference between the two methods. I found that when I did headstand Adriene's method but without watching the video it was easier for me. I found that at the step where I lift my feet and legs there is a lot of core involved! Also, too slow doesn't work, but not too fast either. Again, use your core!

[@simoneviebke5424]

I tried this video years ago and failed miserably haha. Now, about 3 years later of semi-consistent yoga I got into a headstand! It's all in the foundation, slowly building strength from the ground up. My shoulders are so tired now, haha, which I guess is GOOD! Thank you Adriene! Xxxx

[@paulab5853]

after months of failures, it was YOU and THIS VIDEO that made me do the headstand. unbelievably grateful! I don't know what it is about you, but you rock Adriene

[@jutalakcherdharun1272]

Just want to thank you Adriene ! I keep repeating this video for a month and finally did a headstand with the knees bent (still use wall to help me a little bit but at least I've overcame my fear). I'll keep practicing :)

[@mariavictoria4853]

I did it!!!!! I did it I did it! Adriene you have changed my life, thank you for sharing your bright light and wisdom with so many millions of people ❤️