The Scorpion handstand is a quite difficult move, where you bend your back and knees while in a handstand and touch the head with your feet or toes. Check out this video from Kino to see how it’s performed and what you can do to achieve it.
According to Kino, there are three main things to watch for before trying out the Scorpion handstand, also known as vrischikasana.
First of all, you need to be able to to confidently hold a straight handstand for a reasonable amount of time, like ten seconds.
Secondly, back bend or your spine flexibility needs to be fairly developed to be able to perform the Scorpion handstand. If not, you’ll need to work on improving that flexibility before trying out vrischikasana.
Finally, you need to be relaxed and calm in order to let your body open and avoid tipping forward.
Most people looking to achieve this move do not have much problems with holding a handstand or being in a calm state of mind, but they do suffer from lack of flexibility. Check out this resource to improve flexibility and increase your range of motion.
