Asana: Your Physical Practice

In exploration of asana (our physical practice experienced through yoga postures/poses), we are able to invite the advantages of proper alignment and depth to engagement into the practice.  Within the member portal, you have access to a library of asanas/postures that have been broken down with alignment and engagement aspects highlighted for the learning yogi in us all.

Upward Facing Dog  /  Urdvha Mukha Svanasana

  • Upward facing dog is a backbending posture
  • Release the tops of the feet to the mat
  • Plant the hands under the shoulders as the shoulders, ears, and crown rise tall skyward
  • Shine the heart forward
  • Activate through the legs so the knee caps lift off the mat
  • Maintain engagement through the front body through a strong core
  • Elevate the head to a neutral gaze, elongating the cervical spine
  • Upward facing dog is generally entered on an inhale but can be held for multiple breaths