How to Do Urdhva Mukha Svanasana (Upward-Facing Dog Pose)
Urdhva Mukha Svanasana (Upward Facing Dog Pose) is an effective yoga posture that strengthens the spine, improves flexibility, and tones the core muscles. Follow these steps to perform the pose correctly.
Steps to Perform Urdhva Mukha Svanasana
- Lie down on your stomach in Makarasana (Crocodile Pose).
- Place both palms beside your shoulders with elbows bent.
- Press your palms firmly into the floor and gently begin to straighten your arms.
- As you inhale, lift your chest and upper body upward, shifting your body weight onto your hands.
- Slowly lift your waist and thighs off the floor, balancing your body on your hands and toes.
- In the final position, keep your gaze forward, arms straight, spine arched, and thighs lifted off the ground.
- While exhaling, gently lower your body and relax back into Makarasana.
- Repeat the posture 3-4 times, gradually increasing the duration of holding the final position.
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