Upward-facing dog
A straight-arm backbend with your thighs lifted off the floor that opens your chest and strengthens your arms and back.
IntermediateMatLow impactSuggested: 20 sec
How to do it
- Lie face down with the tops of your feet on the mat and your hands beside your lower ribs.
- Press into your hands and straighten your arms to lift your chest.
- Lift your thighs and knees off the mat so only your hands and the tops of your feet touch it.
- Draw your shoulders back and down and breathe.
Form tips
- Keep your shoulders stacked over your wrists.
- Rest your thighs on the mat and try cobra if this feels strong.
Muscles worked
Lower backChestAbsTricepsShoulders