Inversions are among the most admired yoga poses. Practicing them for a few minutes a day promotes venous return and also helps reverse the aging process. And then we want to put the emotion of seeing the world from a different perspective?
Apart from the more extreme asanas, such as Shirhsasana or Adho Mukha Vrksasana (the vertical on the head or on the hands), inversion is defined as any position in which the head is lower than the heart, for which it is not necessary to jump into acrobatics to enjoy of many benefits.
10 benefits of inversions
1. They improve circulation - In inversions, blood flow is also reversed. Blood flows more easily from the extremities to the heart. This allows the fluids to drain from the feet giving a feeling of well-being to those suffering from varicose veins or who are predisposed to them.
2. They increase the supply of oxygen to the brain - The force of gravity allows the brain to be supplied with a greater amount of oxygen and blood, enhancing its functions, concentration, memory and analytical skills. In addition, this gives the heart a little rest, always busy pumping blood to the brain.
3. Reverse the aging process - By reversing the direction of gravity, the reversals stimulate a sort of face lift because the muscles of the face “move” in a way that is not the usual one. In addition, the supply of nutrients and oxygen to the skin produces a dazzling effect. The same goes for the scalp and hair health. So much so that there are those who say that constant practice reduces the appearance of white hair.
4. Boost the immune system - The lymphatic system plays a key role in ensuring the health of our body: the lymph carries toxins and bacteria destined to be eliminated by the lymph nodes. Since it is the contraction of the muscles and the force of gravity that make it move, being upside down allows it to travel more easily to the respiratory system where most of the toxins reside.
5. They give a boost of energy - When you have a moment of low energy during the day, practicing inversions can be the trump card. Shirshasana or Adho Mukha Vrksasana, more complex versions, cause a greater amount of blood to flow to the brain acting as an alarm for the whole body and also for cognitive functions. Other than coffee!
6. Relax - The simpler inversions such as sarvangasana, the classic candle, or Halasana (the plow) help calm the nervous system by activating the parasympathetic system and producing a sense of calm and balance.
7. They improve self-esteem - Did you think you would never be able to perform an inversion pose and instead you did it? Perfect: your level of self-esteem has taken a leap forward and you have surely internalized that there are no limits, except in your mind.
8. They offer a different perspective - Looking at the world upside down also has an effect on our psyche: it makes us understand that there is not only one way to see reality and only one way to react.
9. Strengthen Your Abs - To maintain an inversion pose for an extended period of time, you need to activate the oblique and transverse muscles. A beautiful exercise that is not seen, but it is there.
10. They are fun - It's a bit like being a child again: trying, falling, laughing. Also and above all about themselves. The inversions make us put into play, without taking ourselves too seriously, without expecting a result. They teach us to let go.
However, we know that inversions are not within everyone's reach because you need to have strength and control of your body.
If performed incorrectly, inversions on the head can cause injuries such as crushing of the vertebrae.
This is why we created Nap, the inversion bench.
Nap helps you stay upside down without the fear of falling and getting hurt, made in Italy by wood craftsmen, ensures stability and safety during the inversion phase.
We have also created a way to make this bench more flexible and complete. In fact, thanks to a support that slides under the fixed seat, it is also possible to use the mobile cushion thus having a real bench to be able to do many other exercises and free body.
If you too want to take advantage of the benefits of inversions in a simple and safe way, discover and choose the colors of Nap you prefer
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