Extended Puppy Pose
A cross between Child’s Pose and Downward-Facing Dog, Extended Puppy Pose lengthens the spine and calms the mind.
- Benefits
Stretches the spine and shoulders
Steps
- Come onto all fours. See that your shoulders are above your wrists and your hips are above your knees. Walk your hands forward a few inches and curl your toes under.
- As you exhale, move your buttocks halfway back toward your heels. Keep your arms active; don’t let your elbows touch the ground
- Drop your forehead to the floor or to a blanket and let your neck relax. Keep a slight curve in your lower back. To feel a nice long stretch in your spine, press the hands down and stretch through the arms while pulling your hips back toward your heels.
- Breathe into your back, feeling the spine lengthen in both directions. Hold for 30 seconds to a minute, then release your buttocks down onto your heels.
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