Form guide
How to Do Downward Dog
Full-body stretch for hamstrings, calves and shoulders.
- Level
- Beginner
- Equipment
- No Equipment
- Impact
- Low impact
- Muscles worked
- Hamstrings
- Calves
- Shoulders
Step by step
- 1From hands and knees, lift your hips up and back.
- 2Press your heels toward the floor and your chest toward your thighs.
- 3Pedal the feet gently if the hamstrings are tight.
Common mistakes
- Rounding the back to get the heels down.
- Sinking into the shoulders.
Alternatives
Put it to work
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