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Upward-Facing Dog
Sanskrit:
Pronunciation:
Translation
Kemetic Name:
Other Names:
Urdhva Mukha Svanasana
OORD-vah MOO-kah shvah-NAHS-uh-nuh
Urdhva = Upward, Mukha = Face, Svana = Dog, Asana = Pose
Up Dog
Intermediate
Heart, Solar Plexus
Backbend
Overview
This pose strengthens the arms and back while promoting deep chest opening and resilience.
Lift chest, draw shoulder blades back, protect lower back.
Openness, clarity, and power
Energizes the body, opens heart, and strengthens spine.
Improves circulation and breath, opens thoracic region and heart.
Lift through the chest before leaning back. Protect lower spine.
Press hands into floor. Lift chest and thighs. Open collarbones.
Use props such as bolsters or blocks to reduce compression.
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