Yoga pose
Adho Mukha Svanasana
Downward-Facing Dog
About Adho Mukha Svanasana
Adho Mukha Svanasana, or Downward-Facing Dog, is a core pose combining strength, flexibility, and mild inversion. It stretches the posterior chain while building upper body and core strength, often used in dynamic sequences.
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Mind: Sharpens focus, promotes mindfulness through breath and alignment, and relieves mental tension. Spirit: Encourages resilience and inner calm through sustained effort…
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1. Begin on hands and knees, hands directly under shoulders, fingers spread wide, middle fingers pointing forward. 2. Position knees under hips, hip-width apart. 3. Tuck toes under, press into palms, and lift…
Continue with full instructions in Asana Atlas →Avoid with wrist injuries, high blood pressure, or late-term pregnancy. Modify with bent knees, blocks under hands, or a folded blanket under wrists. Do not force heels…
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