
So many people I know are always complaining of lower back pain and tight shoulders from
sitting all day. We're either standing or hunched over a desk and we hardly ever bend our backs in the opposite direction. So give this One-Legged Inverted Staff Pose a try.
If you love backbends, it's because you are probably emotional with an open heart and tender nature, and hold excitement about the future. Here's a variation to the backbend called Inverted Staff. The base of this pose is actually a headstand, so it's a very grounding.
Sanskrit Name: Viparita Dandasana
English Translation: Inverted Staff Pose
Also Called: Two-Legged Inverted Staff or Headstand Backbend
There are two ways to get into this pose.

I know this pose looks extremely difficult, but if you've practice doing it
with a ball and
in front of a couch, then you're ready to try it on your own. Scorpion pose will strengthen your shoulders, abs, back muscles, and improve your balance.
Sanskrit Name: Vrschikasana
English Translation: Scorpion Pose
Also Called: Scorpion
To learn how to get into this pose read more.

We're up to the third pose in the
Standing Hand to Big Toe series. In
Standing Hand to Big Toe A, your leg is straight out in front of you, giving you an amazing hamstring stretch. In
Standing Hand to Big Toe B, your lifted leg is out to the side, so it feels amazing in your hips.
If you're practicing yoga at home and are looking for a simple sequence to strengthen your quads, open your hips, and steady your mind, then give this a try.