About This Pose
Hands and feet on the mat, hips lifted high to form an inverted V. Heels reach toward the floor, spine lengthens.
Benefits
- Stretches hamstrings, calves, and spine
- strengthens arms and shoulders
- energising
Cautions & Modifications
- Carpal tunnel syndrome (use fists or forearms)
- late-stage pregnancy
Details
- Category
- Prone & All-Fours Poses
- Level
- Beginner
- Sanskrit
- Adho Mukha Svanasana
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