A wonderful alternative to Downward Facing Dog Pose, this pose utilizes the strength of the forearms, instead of the wrists. It is a semi inversion pose that directs the flow of the blood towards the head, strengthening the upper body and increasing our ability to concentrate and remain calm.
Body Posture Improvement
Dolphin Plank Pose (Makara Adho Mukha Svanasana)
Dolphin Plank Pose works on the entire body, toning and strengthening our arms, legs, and core muscles. It prepares us for advanced yoga asanas, especially the Dolphin Pose.
Crane/Crow Pose (Bakasana/Kakasana)
In this pose, the body resembles a crane dabbling in the water. While practicing this asana we balance the weight of the body on our arms. This helps in toning and strengthening the arms, wrists, and shoulders.
Cow Face Pose (Gomukhasana)
Cow Face Pose stretches the arms, shoulders, chest, and triceps and at the same time, it activates various muscle groups in the legs as well.
Chair Pose (Utkatasana)
Chair Pose is a standing pose that works on the entire body, strengthening the arms, shoulders, back, hips, thighs, knees, and ankles. Specifically, it activates the thigh muscles because while practicing this asana we have to sit on an imaginary chair with our arms lifted up.