Down to Upward Dog

Down to Upward Dog demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Start in a high plank, hands directly under your shoulders, body straight
  • 2Press your hips up and back into a Downward Dog
  • 3Slowly shift your weight forward to come into a high plank position
  • 4Lower your hips down as you straighten your arms, coming into an Upward Dog
  • 5Return to the initial Downward Dog and repeat

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged throughout the entire movement
  • In Upward Dog, ensure your thighs lift off the floor and only your hands and tops of your feet touch the floor
  • Give a good stretch in Downward Dog by lifting your hips and pushing your heels towards the ground
  • Ease into each pose, never force the movement

Down to Upward Dog Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs