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TheraGear Exercise #404

Yoga Position: Downward dog

Yoga

Yoga Position: Downward dog 1Yoga Position: Downward dog 2

Exercise Description:
Yoga Position: Downward dog

Classification:
Yoga

Instruction:
Place the feet hip-width apart, toes facing forward, place the hands shoulder-width apart, spread the fingers. Keep the tailbone lifted towards the sky and gently push down through the heels. Open the upper back by rotating the shoulder blades away from one another. Keep the shoulders away from the ears and press down firmly through all fingers and thumbs. Spread the fingers push down through index and thumbs. Place more weight onto the feet than the hands. Pull the navel towards the spine and lift the pelvic floor muscles. Drop the ribcage down towards the spine. Lift the kneecaps up and contract the quadricep muscles. Maintain in this pose for 5 to 10 deep breaths.

Side Note:
Stretches and lengthens the calves, hamstrings, lumbar spine. Strengthens the shoulders, wrists and abdominals. Helps prevent hot flashes during menopause. Slows down the heartbeat and energizes the body.

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