Plough Pose - Halasana

Technique

1. Lie flat on your back, arms by your sides, palms facing down.

2. Slowly raise your legs. Use your hands to push against the floor as you lift your trunk.

3. Continue lifting until your legs are bent beyond your head as far back as possible.

4. Once you have moved as far as comfortable, press your chin into the pit of your throat.

5. Place your hands on your back and support your back with elbows on the ground.

6. Try touching the ground with your toes.

7. Hold the pose for as long as you can, breathing normally.

8. Slowly unroll back to a lying position.

9. Press your hands against the floor to support your body weight.