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She is in her late 40s; however, actress Mallika Sherawat, just like Malaika Arora, inspires her followers regularly with her fitness practices. Though she is primarily based in California, she practises Iyengar Yoga and effortlessly strikes many complex poses too. 'Yoga isn't something I do. It's a non-negotiable part of my life,' says Mallika on her page, as she practises wall rope yoga, which is also known as yoga kurunta. 

The hanging, swinging poses in wall yoga help to better decompress the spine. Photo: iStock/JackF
The hanging, swinging poses in wall yoga help to better decompress the spine. Photo: iStock/JackF

What is wall yoga?
Wall yoga is a prop-assisted approach to traditional schools of yoga, in which instead of just using the mat, a specialised wall system with hooks, anchors, ropes, slings, harnesses and more is also used for the asanas. The practitioners often use wall yoga kits for their yoga classes. The hanging, swinging poses in this discipline apparently help to better decompress the spine, get deep stretches, flexibility, resistance and strength. The Ministry of AYUSH also has integrated various wall yoga practises into its training. 

The Ministry of AYUSH has integrated various wall yoga practises into its training. Photo: iStock/SergeyChayko
The Ministry of AYUSH has integrated various wall yoga practises into its training. Photo: iStock/SergeyChayko

Who should avoid wall yoga?
The Ministry of AYUSH says wall yoga is an advanced practice, and it's not for everyone. Here's who should avoid it:
a) People with joint and spinal injuries
b) People with eye issues like glaucoma
c) People with cardiac issues like high BP 
d) People who have chronic illnesses or disabilities
e) Those who suffer from vertigo