How to do a downward dog

calves, hamstrings, shoulders, back

Muscles worked
calves, hamstrings, shoulders, back
Where
At home
Equipment
  • No equipment

How to do it

  1. Start on all fours with your toes tucked under.
  2. Lift your knees and push your hips up and back into an upside-down V.
  3. Press your chest toward your thighs and let your heels sink toward the floor. Bend your knees if needed.
Common mistake

Rounding the back to force the heels down.

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