Shalabha – asana – The Locust Pose
Shalabha – asana – The Locust Pose Translation: The Sanskrit word Shalabha means locust or grasshopper. There is a variation of this posture called the viparita-shalabhaasana. The Sanskrit word viparita means "reverse." This is an advanced variation not covered here. Instructions: 1. Lie on the stomach with the head turned to one side and the arms alongside the body with palms facing upward. 2. Turn the head and place your chin on the floor. Slide your hands under your thighs, with the palms pressed gently against the top of your thighs. 3. Inhale slowly and then raise the head, chest, and legs off the floor as high as possible. Tilt your head as far back as possible. Keep your feet, knees, and thighs pressed together. 4. Starting at the top of the head and working your way down to the feet, bring your attention to each part of your body, consciously relaxing it before proceeding on to the next. 5. Remain in the posture while holding the breath. You can support