Upward Lotus

Begin in Shoulderstand with your hands supporting your back. Cross your legs into Lotus. Lower your legs with an exhale, bringing them perpendicular to the floor. Balancing on your shoulders, release your hands from your back and press them against your knees, arms straight. Hold the pose and take normal breaths. Support your back with your hands, lift your legs with an inhale and return to Shoulderstand. Repeat with the other leg on top. Alignment Cues: Do not turn neck Press hands against knees Energetically press knees toward floor Arms straight Keep shoulders on floor Modification: Support your back with your hands and lift your knees toward the sky.