The Reverse Foot to Hand is an advanced AcroYoga pose that requires strength, balance, and a high level of trust and coordination between the base and the flyer. In this pose, the flyer stands on the hands of the base, with the base lying on their back and holding their arms straight up. The flyer’s feet are positioned on the palms of the base’s hands, creating a reversed version of the traditional “Foot to Hand” pose.
Key Elements of Reverse Foot to Hand:
- Base’s Role:
- The base lies flat on their back with their legs either straight or slightly bent for stability.
- The base’s arms are extended upward, and their palms act as a stable platform for the flyer’s feet.
- The base must maintain strong and stable wrists while actively pressing upward with their arms to support the flyer.
- Core and leg engagement are crucial for the base to stabilize the weight of the flyer and maintain balance.
- Flyer’s Role:
- The flyer stands on the palms of the base’s hands, ensuring that their feet are securely and evenly placed.
- Good posture is key: the flyer must engage their core to find balance and stay stable.
- The flyer’s arms are often extended forward or to the sides to help with balance.
- The flyer needs to trust the base’s abilities while also using their own strength and control to maintain stability.
- Transition into the Pose:
- Typically, the flyer transitions into this pose from a Front or Back Plank position, where the base carefully guides the flyer’s feet onto their hands.
- Clear and calm communication between the base and flyer is essential to safely get into and maintain the pose.
- Benefits:
- Strengthens the base’s shoulders, arms, and wrists while improving stability and body control for the flyer.
- Builds deep trust and enhances communication between both partners.
- Improves the flyer’s balance, body control, and core strength, while promoting concentration and focus.
The Reverse Foot to Hand is an impressive and challenging pose that tests the physical and mental abilities of both the base and flyer. It requires precision, endurance, and strong teamwork to find balance and mutual support.