Vrischika Asana

Posture:		Vrischika-asana  The Scorpion Pose
Translation:		Vrischika is the Sanskrit word for scorpion. This posture is so named because the body resembles a scorpion with its tail arched above its head ready to sting its victim. Although it may not be a simple posture for beginners to perform, the Scorpion is not as difficult as it may at first seem.
Pronunciation:		vrik-shah-sa-na
Difficulty:		(7)

The Scorpion Posture (Vrischika-asana) Instruction:

1		Kneel on the floor and lean forward placing the elbows and forearms flat on the floor with the palms facing down. Your arms should be placed about shoulder-distance apart.
2		Extend your head forward and lift it as high as possible.
3		Raise the buttocks and place the feet firmly on the bottoms the toes.
4		Inhale a swing the legs up and over the head while maintaining your balance. Bring the legs straight up over your head.
5		Slowly bend the knees and drop the legs toward the head being careful not to move too quickly or drop the legs to far while maintaining balance.
6		Reverse the steps above and return to a kneeling position.