Down Dog Knee to Nose (female)

Down Dog Knee to Nose demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Start in a high plank position with hands under shoulders and eyes on the mat
  • 2Lift your hips high, coming into a Down Dog pose and let heels lower to the ground
  • 3Lift your right leg high, then bring your knee under your body, rounding your spine as you shift your weight forward, while you touch your nose to your knee
  • 4Extend your right leg back to the Down Dog Split
  • 5Repeat this move on the left side

Tips:

  • Concentrate on your core, keep it tight throughout the movement
  • Try to maintain a smooth flow between poses
  • Don't rush the movements, control is more important than speed
  • Make sure your wrists are aligned underneath your shoulders in the starting plank position

Down Dog Knee to Nose Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs