emjay
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Jan 30, 2003, 11:46 PM
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It is generally held by the Iyengar community that one become proficient in Sarvangasana (held comfortably and with stability for about ten minutes without the support of a wall) before attempting Sirsasana, and then similarly proficicient in Sirsasana before attempting Adhomukha Vrksasana.
When doing Sirsasana it is recommended that one use a folded blanket under the head, this should alleviate any discomfort. This advice is also applicable for Sarvangasana where three blankets and a folded sticky mat are placed under the shoulders.
For a better understanding of these poses and the use of props you could refer to BKS Iyengar's book "The Path to Holistic Health." It may not be as complete as "Light on Yoga" but it is more in line with his current teachings and the use of props. You may want to consider seeking the help of an experienced Iyengar instructor, as they could view your poses and give you better advice.
Namaste,
Emjay
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