BeginnerSanskrit: Eka Pada Adho Mukha Svanasana
Three-Legged Dog
An energizing variation of downward dog.
Benefits
Opens hips
Strengthens arms
Stretches hamstrings
Improves balance
Contraindications
Avoid or modify this pose if you have any of the following conditions:
- High blood pressure
- Wrist issues
How to Practice
Enter the pose mindfully, paying attention to your breath. Hold for 5-10 breaths, or as long as comfortable. Never force the pose and back off if you feel sharp pain.
Use props as needed to modify the pose for your body. Remember that yoga is a practice of self-awareness, not self-judgment.
