As a yoga practitioner, it is essential to dedicate time to learning various yoga postures. Downward-Facing Dog is one of the basic standing poses to master. Downward Facing Dog gives an intense stretch to your back and legs. It develops and strengthens the upper and lower parts of the body, resulting in a deep stretch along the entire spine system. As a result, you would feel refreshed and rejuvenated. It also regulates blood flow within the body and reduces fatigue. If your arms are weak, then it would be an excellent idea to practice Downward Facing Dog regularly.
Downward Facing Dog Step by step
- Hands should be placed on the floor beneath the shoulders, and knees should be beneath the hips. You can just spread out your fingers with the middle finger pointing straight ahead. Please make sure your back is straight and horizontal.
- Once you are entirely comfortable, start inhaling deeply. Breathe out by gently pulling your abdominal muscles towards your spine. Contract your buttocks gently and press the floor. At the end, lift your back upwards towards the roof.
- Now you can move your head inwards and place the head crown on the floor. If you are unable to fix the head crown, then leave the head in place with the crown facing inwards. Could you fix your gaze between the knees?
- At the next step, keep your elbows straight and extend your back. Your knees should not be bent anymore, and keep your legs straight if possible. With a deep breath, turn your hip into a dog tilt. Now, could you reverse the dog tilt by releasing the grip on the hip?
- Now turn your spine into a curved shape and reverse the position with a down V shape. It won’t be easy to turn your body into a V shape. With proper practice and retakes, you can make the process easy.