Sirsâsana or Headstand pose is an advanced yoga asâna and should be considered only if you are a seasoned and experienced practitioner. This pose has a powerhouse of benefits to its venerable name, but also requires a lot of strength in the shoulders, back and core.
Some benefits include: calming of the mind, alleviating stress and depression, activation of the pituitary and pineal glands, strengthening the back, spine and core, enhancing lung capacity and stimulating and strengthening the abdominal organs.