upward facing dog
upward facing dog is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Lie face down on the floor with your legs extended behind you.
Step 2
Place your hands on the floor next to your lower ribs, fingers pointing forward.
Step 3
Press your hands firmly into the floor and straighten your arms, lifting your torso and thighs off the ground.
Step 4
Roll your shoulders back and down, opening your chest and lifting your gaze towards the ceiling.
Step 5
Hold this position for a few breaths, then slowly lower your body back down to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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