✦ Standing

Downward Facing Dog

Adho Mukha Svanasana
Downward Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana) — Yoga for Back Pain
Beginner
Level
Standing
Style
45s
Hold

Targets: Full Back, Hamstrings, Shoulders

Benefits

  • Lengthens the entire spine
  • Releases tight hamstrings
  • Strengthens arms and core

How to Practice It

  1. From hands and knees, tuck the toes and lift the hips back and up.
  2. Press hands firmly, draw shoulder blades down.
  3. Soften the knees if hamstrings are tight.
  4. Breathe deeply for 5–10 breaths.

⚠ Use Caution If

  • High blood pressure
  • Wrist or shoulder injury