Downward-Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana)
Arrive on the mat in downward-facing dog, grounding into the palms and sending hips up and back while establishing a calm breathing rhythm.
Key points
- Ground firmly through palms and finger pads
- Lift hips up and back to elongate the spine
- Maintain a steady, rhythmic breath
Common mistakes
Dumping weight into the wrists or hunching shoulders toward the ears.