Downward dog


This pose can increase circulation to the brain.

  • Start on your hands and knees. Align your wrists under your shoulders and your knees under your hips.
    Stretch out your elbows and relax your upper back.
  • Spread out your fingers and press down. Your weight should be distributed evenly between your hands.
  • Gently lift your knees off the floor.
  • You should straighten your legs, but be careful not to lock your knees.
  • Lift your pelvis and lengthen your spine.
  • Hold this for up to two minutes.


To come out of this pose, gently bend your knees and return to being on your hands and knees on the floor.