Dolphin Pose (female)

Dolphin Pose demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Start on your hands and knees. Your knees should be below your hips and your forearms on the floor with your shoulders directly above your wrists.
  • 2Press your palms together and your forearms into the floor.
  • 3Curl your toes under, then exhale and lift your knees away from the floor.
  • 4Stay in this position from 30 seconds to one minute. Then release your knees to the floor with an exhale.
  • 5Repeat the exercise as required.

Tips:

  • Keep your head between your upper arms, don't let it hang.
  • Press the forearms actively into the floor.
  • Stay focused on the breathing.
  • Make sure to keep your back and legs straight.

Dolphin Pose Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs